Every artisan who is inspired to create a handcrafted piece of art injects a certain amount of history in every work. Something in his past, a lasting impression, or event left a mark upon his spirit.
It could have been a vivid sunset, the spray of a waterfall casting a rainbow, or an eerie greenish glow in the sky from an approaching hailstorm. Whatever the case, the reason for his choice of color or texture came from within.
His past experiences in life have fashioned his perceptions. The vision from which he draws on these inspirations was shaped in part by things he has seen or felt. Even before language was invented, cavemen were painting and carving on walls depictions of past hunts, or pictures of things that had taken place in their lives.
Did they do this simply to "mark" the history of the occurrence, or was there more to it than this? Man is born with an inner desire to leave something to have others remember him by, after he has left this world.
There is something very personal in handcrafted artwork. Something that says "I was here," I am unique, so I will leave this, for it will be identified with me.
The dazzling array of colors, textures, and beauty seen throughout the world in all of God's creation has captured the minds of men unto its splendors. Years ago, those who lived close enough to where they worked to go and visit them could only see the works of master-craftsmen. To buy one of these works meant a trip.
The advent of the Internet has changed that. Today it is possible to view not only one artisans work online, but multiple artists' collections through online galleries.
Article written by Stephen Monday
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