Friday, December 6, 2024

Art Work


 Art Work

Everyone is an artist;
Or so says the teacher;
The object is to become a better artist;
At the risk of sounding like a preacher.

Van Gogh had a lust for life;
In spite of his mental health;
Ultimately succumbing to his strife;
His brother and the market could not generate a timely wealth.

Perhaps Picasso is the greatest of all time;
The GOAT takes his rightful place;
The art world concurs with Gertrude Stein;
Wherever he puts eyes and nose on a face.

Popular culture by Andy;
The things we see and do every day;
In a gallery contest – it’s a dandy;
See the ordinary in a different way,

Super real, surreal, sublime,
Salvador can blow your mind;
Dali curling his trademark mustache;
An enduring style that is sure to last.

Abstract, color field, contemporary, Haring, Banksy, Basquiat;
On display for all to admire or eschew.
Graffiti is an origin – believe it or not;
You can decide if it appeals to you.

What will you do and how?
Study, imitate, or break new ground;
What will be the next new thing now?
Practice and work your process for what may be found.


Monet - Water Lillies at Saint Louis Art Museum

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