The Artist's Creed

Marry your Muse was suggested to me by my friend LK and I have to say that I am really enjoying the book especially this Creed that is on the opening page - I think every artist should say this as a mantra before beginning work .

The Artist's Creed

I believe I am worth the time it takes to create
whatever I feel called to create

I believe that my work is worthy of its own space,
which is worthy of the name  sacred

I believe that, when I enter this space, I have the right
to work in silence, uninterrupted, for as long as I choose.

I believe that the moment I open myself to the gifts of the Muse,
I open myself to the Source of all Creation
and become One with the Mother of Life Itself.

I believe that my work is joyful, useful, and constantly changing,
flowing through me like a river with no beginning and no end.

I believe that what it is I am called to do
will make itself known when I have made myself ready.

 I believe that the time I send creating my art
is precious as the time I send giving to others.

I believe that what truly matters in the making of art is
not what the final piece looks like or sounds like,
not what it is worth or not worth, but what newness gets added
to the universe in the process of the piece itself becoming.

I believe that I am not alone in my attempts to create,
and that once I begin the work, settle into the strangeness,
the words will take shape, the form find life, and the spirit take flight.

I believe that as the Muse gives to me,
so does she deserve from me:
faith, mindfulness and enduring commitment.

 

Comments

[Shelley]

oh my gosh, Gina, this is exactly what i needed to read right now. it's beautiful.

***thank you***

[ginnyballou]

Hey Gina, this is very inspirational! No, I am not going to Portland this year. Seemed no one I knew was going when it was time to sign up. The gal you're taking from looks very interesting! Have fun. Stay in touch. Hugs, Ginny

[Tina]

Lovely! Thanks so much for sharing this.