Our Creative Work
Over a summer weekend in one of the coastal towns of western Washington, I spent some time walking the streets, window shopping, and perusing through several shops that featured the creative work, crafts, and handmade goods of local artists. One shop that caught my attention was a knitting store. In the store, there were piles of yarn everywhere along with various supplies for knitters and weavers.
I have a great appreciation for those who can weave, knit, or crochet. This type of art is way out of my creative league. In the shop, I noticed the equisiteness of the yarn, a bundle of a long, single strand, something so colorful that its design and creativity morph into a wearable work of beauty. I love this about the creative process, in that art expands across all areas of life. The opportunity for beauty and creativity is boundless.
Our works of art through paintings, crafts, writing, cooking, photography, dance, or whatever means of expression of artistry are ways we leave a creative legacy for others. We all leave a part of ourselves in the creative work we do. Just this day, we have the opportunity to leave our mark on the world. Let us stamp our footprint with meaningful creativity.
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