Throughout my life I’ve enjoyed creating art in many different forms. Art has always been a big part of my life. Art is always there. Art knows no bounds. Art speaks when I have no words to express myself. It speaks in a language common to every man. Art has brought me out of depression when I’ve felt I had nowhere else to turn. It’s helped me to express joy and happiness when I’ve felt it bubbling up inside of me. Art has guided me through the tough spots when I’ve been met with conflict and doubt. It’s soothed my soul when I’ve felt heartache and pain. It has lead me to answers when I didn’t even know the questions. Art isn’t just what I love doing, it’s who I am.
I’d love for you to join me on an artistic blog hop! Just follow this link to visit other artists and hear what they have to say about their love of art:
Joann, I love this sentiment. Such potential for healing in art. You pegged it!
Posted by: Rae Payne | February 14, 2012 at 02:20 AM
The colorful art, the sentiment heart - just lovely!
Posted by: Kelly Hoernig | February 14, 2012 at 02:31 AM
I SO agree about the healing properties of art!
Posted by: Laney McDonald | February 14, 2012 at 08:46 AM
I loved reading what love does and enjoying your wonderful art
Posted by: Carol | February 14, 2012 at 08:56 AM
I agree! Art HEALS !!! Thank you for sharing. Love & Grace, AnaLisa
Posted by: AnaLisa Rutstein | February 14, 2012 at 10:55 AM
Ah... it's like reading a message from my own heart. Your artwork is gorgeous - great use of colour and texture!
Posted by: Lisa WrightStuff | February 14, 2012 at 11:00 AM
Perfectly said..I love your passion for ArT!
Posted by: Flutterbeforeyou | February 14, 2012 at 01:24 PM
Beautiful!
Posted by: Connie Relyea | February 14, 2012 at 03:03 PM
I totally agree with you! Art has saved me on more than one occasion. and I LOVE your picture:)
Posted by: Linda | February 14, 2012 at 03:59 PM
Luv'd you art for todays Hop, Joann! Thanks for sharing it!!
Posted by: Ursula | February 14, 2012 at 06:21 PM
Beautiful. Your words and your art. :)
Posted by: Ann Marie | February 14, 2012 at 06:49 PM
What a "SOUL soothing" post! Beautiful artwork to go with your beautiful words!
Posted by: Valerie Weller | February 15, 2012 at 12:41 AM
Love the post...amazing that art can do so much...
Posted by: janet Forrest | February 15, 2012 at 01:42 AM
Such a touching and inspiring post. Thank you, Joann for sharing with us.
Posted by: Teresa Erwin | February 15, 2012 at 03:05 AM
What a heartfelt post. Art truly is a universal language.
Posted by: Lisa | February 15, 2012 at 09:18 AM
Thank you to everyone for visiting my blog! I've so enjoyed being a part of the "Love of Art" Blog Hop Party and visiting everyone's blog. I've bookmarked each and plan on making regular visits to see what all of you are up to!
Posted by: Joann Loftus | February 15, 2012 at 01:25 PM
I just love the sheer imagination all your pieces have. I can tell it flows from your heart and soul.
Posted by: Amy Hillenbrand | February 15, 2012 at 06:47 PM
Love the colors in your art!!! "Art speaks when I have no words to express myself." = YES!!! exactly! xo
Posted by: Renee Burke of Happily Ever After by Renee Burke, LLC | February 15, 2012 at 07:49 PM
Dear Joann, Thank you for sharing your beautiful art and what art means to you. I can really relate, especially to the part about art guiding you thru the tough spots and that art is who you are. Its very heartfelt and well written!
Posted by: wini | February 16, 2012 at 04:24 AM
Lovely sentiment, beautifully expressed!
Posted by: Mary | February 17, 2012 at 08:59 PM
So well said - and a wonderful image to accompany your beautiful sentiment!
xo
Kristin
Posted by: Kristin Dudish | February 17, 2012 at 09:59 PM
I love what you shared in your post and your artwork is awesome!! Happy Flying! :)
Posted by: Melanie Douthit | February 18, 2012 at 09:41 PM
Holding my paintbrush in my hand always brings a smile to my face and joy to my heart....thanks for sharing your wonderful art and words
Posted by: Debbie Goode | February 20, 2012 at 05:20 PM