Artistic Talent – The Saga of Observation, Creativity, Originality, Expression, and Finesse
Whether artistic talent is inherent or acquired, has always been a subject of debate, with both the schools of thought supporting their side of story. Indeed, being ‘gifted’ artistically is an asset, only with the clause of an initial advantage however. The attributes that set an artist apart from the rest are mostly acquired or developed ones. The expression of art does not limit itself to the reproduction of the standard techniques of artistry; rather all forms of artistic mastery thrive on a well-developed faculty of imagination. For instance, a masterpiece painted work is nothing but the fructification of an artist’s vision of the interplay of colors, the harmony of hues, and a sync of brushstrokes. World-renowned artist Adolphe William Bouguereau earned distinction among the classics for his finesse of delineating the human anatomy on the canvas. On the contrary, De Heems, the Dutch family of painters, could not leave their mark on the contemporary art scene despite their perfect techniques for the sheer lack of original thoughts. Jan Davidszoon de Heem was the most distinguished name of the De Heem family, who owed his success to his inimitable style and the originality in his executions.
Similar is the case with sculpting, the artists’ triumph is defined in the terms of their ability to carve out a niche for themselves. Sculpting begins with the understanding of multidimensional forms and their spatial presence. Whether the choice of material is metal, clay, or plaster, sculptures are still objects often set in monotones, which makes the choice of subject, the keenness of observation, and creative imagery all the more important. If we try to describe the magic of Picasso’s art in one word, it would be – ‘unique.’ His art passed through various phases and had the influence of various genres, yet he created many works, which beautifully blended the elements of his boundless enthusiasm and artistic insights. His monumental steel sculpture, Chicago Picasso remains a wonder creation for its ambiguity and the mystic aura that surrounds it.
Therefore, the aptitude for art is more significant than the technicalities and supposed natural talent. Art is a passion and an inclination for fine arts is in itself an indication of talent - fully blossomed or at least the seeds of it. The pursuit of arts is a serious business that requires persistence, but not with economic goals in view. No artist, with half-baked efforts, has ever achieved greatness. Their tenacity even in adversities kept them going. Artistry is a lively expression of interwoven thoughts, a definitive quality with indefinite goals. The ultimate goal is not perfection – the goal is itself subjective. To describe the essence of art – its never perfect!
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