Art is such a beautiful gift to humankind. No matter what form it takes, it is priceless. And whether you are an artist or a lover of the arts, the things it can do in your life is immeasurable. We all have emotions waiting to be expressed, many of which can be difficult to verbalize. Art paves the way to release those emotions divinely. A musician can compose music, and with every written note, you can hear the composer’s feelings and fervor. A painting can reveal the soul of the artist, as a sculpture can reflect their passion.
As a lover of the arts, you know what it is to appreciate the work of others and understand the artist behind the work. You can ease your sadness and cry to beautiful songs, or lift your spirit with joyful music. You also open up yourself to every possibility available to you, being inspired and motivated by the art that surrounds you. If you are still wondering how art enhances your life, here are some of the ways that it does.
You learn how to appreciate beauty
Have you ever gone to a home that is beautifully designed and holds art pieces that capture your attention? This is what art is all about. You go home wishing that you owned things like that and begin to develop a taste for certain pieces that make you feel good inside. As you start your collection, you begin to recognize which ones bring you the most joy. Even when it comes to your taste in music, you will soon know the genre that touches you the most and continue to pursue them. Your life changes because you start surrounding yourself with things that make you happy or elicits different emotions. No matter how you feel, the beauty from the artwork you have chosen changes you in a very personal way.
Art heals
It has been proven time and again that art is a powerful healer. People who are experiencing depression, PTSD, and other mental health issues find release in art therapy. Trying their hand at creating artwork helps them release pent-up emotions and feel better about themselves. Art is their diversion. Music plays much the same role. They can calm the nerves and soothe the soul. For those with Alzheimer’s or suffering from dementia, allowing them to listen to their favorite music has been known to bring back good memories. They are immediately transported to the best times of their life.
It is self-expression
Art allows you to reveal yourself through your work or through the pieces you love. If you love to sculpt or paint, you can now express yourself through a different medium. You do not need to say anything because your work is enough to show how you feel. It is also true that whatever artwork you have in your home reflects your personality. People who come to visit can have a clearer picture of the person you are with the artwork you own.
You may not know it, but there could be a hidden artist in you that is waiting to be unleashed. Do not stop yourself from pursuing it. Still, being an art lover makes you enjoy all of the benefits that this gift has to offer. Make it a part of your life.
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2nd image from https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-art-therapy-2795755
