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Old 03-14-2003, 03:00 PM   #32
Sharon Knettell Sharon Knettell is offline
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Art and Religion

Marvin,

You and I do agree on some major points, proper foundations and really learning your craft. While I do think the best approach is to find an inspiring mentor, I was reminded of Rousseau who was self taught. A lot of what I see in the present classical and realism movement is, in my opinion, rather dull and derivative.

I have taken exception to your self promotion of your workshops.

I do think a student should be inspired by a particular style or artist and seek him or her out. I know you have been asked to do so, so have many of us. Art, I think is somewhat like religion. I am always suspicious of churches that advertise and proselytize.

Mentioning them, in my opinion, when offering a critique or an opinion defeats the purpose of this forum and makes it look like a sales tool for workshops.

Sincerely,
 
 


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