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Volume 13 Issue 5 - Page 5 May 2005

Creative Appreciation
By Kelly

I do not consider myself to be a person with a lot of artistic/creative-type talent. I do, however, have much appreciation for the arts. I am constantly surrounding myself with creative people, and not a day goes by without art, music, film, and fashion making an appearance in my life.

Artists such as Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Vincent Van Gogh have brought much joy and pleasure to my eyes and soul. I enjoy being surrounded by the beauty that is their art. Just last week I received Andy Warhol's 1964 Jackie Kennedy print, and I was so excited I could hardly contain myself. Exposing myself to art is definitely good for my spirit.

As far back as I can remember, music has had a profound effect on my life, too. It has been there for me when I was happy - so I could sing, and dance, and just get lost in the music. It has been there for me when I was sad - so I could sing, and dance, and lift my spirits. And sometimes it's there just to allow me to feel my sadness. Music is an incredible companion, and I truly do not know where I would be without out it. Prince, Otis Redding, Stevie Wonder, David Bowie, and tons of other artists have touched my life in a way that words can not explain. The world is a much better place for me when I am filled with music. Film is another art form that I find myself constantly getting lost in. I have a wide spectrum of films that I enjoy, as well as actors and directors who I admire. I love great dialogue, cinematography, and a great storyline. Excellent films make me think and, sometimes, when the rest of the world is causing me to think too much, an excellent film may be one that doesn't require much thinking at all. Films often allow me the opportunity to take a much-needed break from reality. The most important thing for me when thinking about films is recognizing that there are films out there have changed my life - that is very powerful.

Jackie Kennedy, Audrey Hepburn and Madonna are the three women who have influenced me most when it comes to fashion. I love clothes, shopping, and putting together outfits. I love fashion magazines and fashion shows. I truly believe that within fashion lies much art. I have found a tremendous amount of solace from the perfect outfit. Fashion is often very pleasing to the eye, and many times I have gotten a great sense of security and well-being from thinking about fashion. If I hadn't gone into the Human Services field, I very much believe that I would have pursued some type of career in fashion.

Gilda Radner once said, "While we have the gift of life, it seems to me the only tragedy is to allow part of us to die - whether it is our spirit, our creativity or our glorious uniqueness." I couldn't agree with her more.

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Apreciación de la Creatividad
Por Kelly

Yo no me considero una persona con mucho talento artístico/creativo. Sin embargo, aprecio mucho las artes. Estoy constantemente rodeándome de personas creativas, y no pasa ningún día sin que el arte, la música, las películas y la moda aparezcan en mi vida.

Artistas tales como Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, y Vincent Van Gogh han traído mucho gozo y placer a mis ojos y mi alma. Disfruto de estar rodeada por la belleza presente en su arte. La semana pasada recibí una copia de Jackie Kennedy (1964) por Andy Warhol, estaba tan emocionada que casi no podía contenerme. Exponerme al arte es definitivamente bueno para mi espíritu.

Desde que tengo memoria, la música ha tenido un efecto profundo en mi vida. Ha estado ahí cuando he estado feliz - así pude cantar, bailar, y perderme en la música. Ha esta ahí cuando he estado triste - así pude cantar, bailar y levantar mi espíritu. A veces estuvo ahí para permitirme sentir mi tristeza. La música es una compañía increíble, y de verdad no se donde estaría sin ella. Prince, Otis Redding, Stevie Wonder, David Bowie, y muchos otros artistas han tocado mi vida en una forma que las palabras no pueden explicar. El mundo es un lugar mucho mejor cuando estoy llena de música. El cine es otra forma de arte donde constantemente me encuentro perdida. Hay muchas películas que disfruto, así como actores y directores que admiro. Me gusta un gran diálogo, la cinematografía y un buen libreto. Películas excelentes me hacen pensar, y cuando el mundo me está haciendo pensar mucho, una película que requiera poco pensamiento también me cae bien. Las películas me dan la oportunidad de tomar un descanso de la realidad. Lo más importante es que hay algunas que han cambiado mi vida - eso es muy poderoso.

Jackie Kennedy, Audrey Hepburn and Madonna son tres mujeres que me han influenciado en la moda. Me gusta la ropa, comprar y hacer mis conjuntos. Me gustan las revistas y programas de modas. Creo que dentro de la moda hay mucho arte. He encontrado consuelo con un traje perfecto. La moda agrada a los ojos, y a veces he adquirido gran sentido de seguridad y bienestar pensando en ella. Si no estuviera en el campo de Servicios Humanos, hubiera tenido alguna carrera en el campo de la moda.

Gilda Radner dijo una vez, "Mientras tengamos el regalo de la vida, me parece que la única tragedia es permitir que parte de nosotros muera -ya sea nuestro espíritu, nuestra creatividad o nuestra originalidad." No podría estar más de acuerdo con ella.

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