Everything starts small in this world, the universe as we know it today was only a point in a vast space, ever expanding and growing bigger today. Similarly in the world of Art, every masterpiece begins with a simple sketch. When you look at it, it stands as fascinating how the greatest of arts spring from the humblest of beginnings, and that holds true for not just art, but just about any creation.
Now picture the universe, without its bright stars, without all the galaxies. That was how the universe was in the beginning. A singularity, a minuscule point holding the potential for everything we see today. The same goes for a blank canvas, a sheet of paper or an untouched clay - they lie in wait as the void for an artist to fill them. It begins with a light stroke, an uncertain line that leads up to the greater product. During the process of this creation, the artist pictures the cosmic forces into a blank page, eventually shaping reality within it.
To talk about sketches, they are not just a few lines drawn at different angles. They let us into the minds of the Artist. A glimpse into the thoughts, if you will. It stands as the rawest of expressions of ideas, aspirations and feelings. Similar to the universe's initial point, a sketch marks the beginning of a journey, with possibilities quite endless.
As history stands, there is no journey without its challenges. Artists encounter limitless hurdles, obstacles and difficulties, yet they rise through despite these challenges. It is the sign of an Artist to overcome these obstacles to progress on this journey to their final destinations.
But there comes refinement. Refinement is defined as the process of making something pure. Not every Artist (I believe just no one) can always place the lines or the strokes at the correct places, and here comes the role of refinement. There stands a chaos between the lines and shapes which an Artist must soothe.
And when all is said and done, the masterpiece is complete. Remember the old stroke you placed on that sheet of paper? Well look at it now. It has developed as you progressed on this journey of Art, it has formed a picture, a taste of your imagination. It stands as your own testament to your actions and creativity. Art speaks volumes to human beings, without the usage of even a single word.
Eleanor Roosevelt had once said, "The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams". So start small, but dream big! From simplicity to complexity, the journey of Art is truly (and rightfully so) fascinating.
