Posts by Nicholas Wilton
The Artists’ Journey
I’ve been thinking about the artist’s journey in terms of a pilgrimage. On a pilgrimage, there’s an expectation that those you meet along your path will expose you to new ideas and expand your horizons. When I was a teenager, I met a stained glass artist who did just that. He showed me a creative…
Read MoreCollaboration – Igor Kozlovsky and Marina Sharapova – Ep 31
I believe it is the artist’s role to show us, in the trail of their art, who they are and who they are becoming. The more we can feel them, the more we can connect to their art. But what if you were not alone in your art-making? What if there was someone else? Then…
Read MoreWhat if the way it is right now is perfect?
We all experience obstacles and limitations that can hold us back from making our art. It could be a lack of time, having enough space to make our art, or even thinking that we’ll never be good enough. We can so easily believe we need to resolve all the issues before we can make our…
Read MoreTruth Unveiled – Kerry Schroeder – Ep 30
In the beginning of our art journey, often all we have is a tug. An inner knowing that pulls us towards our own art-making. The soul is patient of course and it can wait. It will wait for years. But at some point, you begin. Turns out, it’s not just our art we’re discovering but…
Read MoreIs your Art true for you?
When looking back at old work, I’m always surprised at how I can remember what I was thinking about when making the art. My thoughts ranged from the gallery I wanted at the time, to the artists I compared myself to and the collectors I hoped to attract. So it’s no surprise that these distracting…
Read MoreVulnerability in Art – Nicholas Wilton – Ep 29
Making art has always been a part of my life. Even as a little kid, the act of creation played an integral role in how I moved through the world. However, I remember many years where I didn’t like the work I was creating. Sometimes I would hit it, but often I felt like I…
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