To me, art is much more than a hobby where you use creativity. It is, of course, a creative process. However, you can express your emotions and thoughts on one piece of paper. You have an opportunity to share your joy, pain, values, and culture with the world.

While representation of the world around you can be part of the process, I firmly believe that art isn’t just about specific ‘things’. It can also be about you, or about your feelings. That is why art is so special. Art can be used to come together and be shared with the world. And with you.

Thank you to my son, who helped me write this.