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RE: Figure Drawing - Progress - One Step at Time
Fantastic post! As a teacher and someone who is passionate about the arts, I am constantly trying to instill in my students that art is something that requires time, practice, and a lot of study just like any other subject. For some reason by the age of 10 kids have already decided if they are 'artistic' or not, they seem to think it's a talent you are born with or without. Thank-you for talking about the process and dedication it takes! Beautiful work!
I think many factors come into play with our decision as to whether we have an aptitude for art, mathematics, sport ect. Of course support from people who we look up to, parents and teachers plays a huge role. But then, the nature of the individual is the final determiner. My own parents discouraged pursuing a creative career. All that did was motivate me more to go in that direction.
We also face a problem today, where seemingly instant success is promoted, or that everyone deserves equal acclaim and rewards for what they do, regardless of their aptitude or effort. All it does is breed meritocracy and attitudes of entitlement.
I'm all for people being encouraged, but credit due where credit is due.
What are the attitudes that are promoted in education system that you are working? I'm aware from other friends who work in various education fields, that every few years, there are new theories in education that promulgated and then institutionalised.