selftaughtartist

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All artists are self-taught

Techniques and skill and even a point of view are often handed down, formally or not. It’s easier to get started if you’re taught, of course.

But art, the new, the ability to connect the dots and to make an impact–sooner or later, that can only come from one who creates, not from a teacher and not from a book. “Seth Godin”

911

I have learned so many things in the last 4 years selling my art in galleries and art shows.

1. Have an open mind.

2. Don’t judge a book by it’s cover.

3. Don’t ever think you have it figured out.

4. Always try to better people’s lives.

I have not sold a 911 image in 2 years until yesterday. 911 was shot on 9/11/09 in La Jolla, California.

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