There’s something about being at a corner that piques my curiosity. Approaching a corner, my heart races as my steps quicken forward. My eyes zoom straight ahead, searching to spot what’s around the corner…who’s there, what’s there and why can’t I get there fast enough? Does this state of curiosity come to everyone?
These corners had me guessing.
Stairs make me crazy as well…especially the crooked kind.
And the wobbly kind.
And bridges too! This one got me all lit up with anticipation.
Why is it that I have such a hard time with leisurely strolling? In order to properly savor the moments I realize that I’m supposed to slow down, relax…take it easy. However, this isn’t how I normally do things when I’m out and about. The outside world is filled with so many incredible sights that are simply too much for me to handle, bringing out the impatient kid in me. However, there’s one place that always brings out the best in me. In my studio I feel relaxed yet excited at the same time. Not the frenzied kind of excitement that has me scatter-brained but rather the more mellow kind. For instance, while working on creative projects I’ll feel my pulse slowing down as my breathing keeps with this zen-like pace. It’s very much like being in a meditative state. Yet in contrast, I can hear my thoughts buzzing around trying to come together, sometimes arriving at a place that feels most true. I like that this process or type of searching doesn’t require running around. Instead, I can simply sit still while working things out. And afterwards there will often be rewarding and tangible results, pieces of me in some type of art form. Where do you go to scratch the curiosity itch? Indoors, outdoors or both?
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I have to walk, let my mind settle, usually in my neighborhood or on a near by trail.
The casual routine, lets my mind wander and I get great ideas, sometimes they only go in my journal, til I canI find time to play.
For me, it is both, I use nature to nurture me and in doing so, find
it helps with completing a project indoors. Why is it all about doors, opening one’s self I suppose…letting the artist out. I believe we all have one, just we need to let her/him develop. It takes time, patience, and listening to your inner guide.
I can see why you get the kid antsy feeling when you are in a new place. The unknown is another door to open, an adventure for the soul. This allows one to use the components in their work!
Beautiful pics as always…wow, I’m the 1st post, usually I’m the 3rd!
March 16th, 2010
it’s generally indoors for me. when i create, i feel like i am always in a hurry. so i hope to find that truly peaceful feeling in my creative time like you describe. now that i think about it, i need to spend more time outdoors to see what that brings to my creative life. lovely pics indeed.
March 16th, 2010
well, if i ever came upon corners and stairs like these, i’d be eager to see more, too!! but i must admit, i’m happy to be indoors in my studio where things are “calm”….even though i’m usually hurried to get one project finished so i can start the next! hopefully one day i’ll allow myself to slow down a bit! beautiful photos, becky!
March 17th, 2010
Hi Becky! Great post! Your photos are wonderful! My curiousity would be on full alert too. And I would definitely be freaking out on the second stairway. I am more me and relaxed at home. Taking a quick breather stroll every now and then does release alot though. Happy St. Patty’s!
March 17th, 2010
I get anxy like that too on stairways.. can never take them slowly, lol.
For me, leasure comes as soon as I enter my art studio. Often with soft music in the back ground.. I get lost. Or another place that calms me, is in the car on a ride to no known destination. It’s rare, but every once in a while I get to take drives like that with my husband, and they are sooooo wonderful!
March 17th, 2010
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