Sunday, November 27, 2011

Art Inspiration - How Do You Get It?

I've been asked this question several times.  Just yesterday, in fact, someone asked me, "What inspires you?". Lately, it's other artists' work.  I often look at art on line.  I particularly love Daily Paintworks.  This art movement gained momentum about five years ago.  Artists do small works and sell them for reasonable prices. I learn a lot about color, shape and composition from these talented folks.



In this painting, "MMM Cupcake", I was inspired by my granddaughter's 3rd birthday party!  
It will be for sale in my Etsy shop in December.

I found a list of art inspired ideas on Empty Easel:
  • Your imagination
  • Nature
  • Everyday life
  • Fellow artists
  • Other artwork
  • Works of literature
  • What I like
  • Travel brochures, magazines and imagination
  • Something that has happened in your life
  • Politics and Current events
  • Personal belongings
  • The creative process
  • Music
  • Childhood memories
This is just a partial list, what inspires you?
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15 comments:

  1. Paige @ Little NostalgiaNovember 27, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    I get inspired by other jewelry makers sometimes. Lately I'll see something and think, "That would look good if I did XYZ instead!"

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  2. Susie TenzerNovember 30, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Yes, I agree

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  3. TabithaNovember 30, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    Yum! Your painting inspires me to have a cupcake for dessert after dinner tonight:)

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  4. Susie TenzerNovember 30, 2011 at 8:15 AM

    :)thanks Tabitha!

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  5. Bella the BeadNovember 30, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    Inspiration comes from so many things! I usually am inspired by an outfit that needs just the right accessory to make it fabulous!

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  6. La Vie En MayNovember 30, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    I love this post, simply because I'm inspired by the most random things. It could be the way a light shines on a building and next thing you know, I'll have a dress. Great topic!

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  7. Southern Mom FindsNovember 30, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    yum, i want a cupcake too Tabitha!

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  8. Linda BNovember 30, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    I'm such a fan of your work.

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  9. Susie TenzerNovember 30, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Thanks, Linda! Chag Sameach (Chanukah will be here before you know it)

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  10. eveyNovember 30, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    I get inspired by music, other creative people, and photography in magazines.

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  11. Inessa/PrittyfyNovember 30, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    You are talented! Please keep getting inspired!

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  12. UnknownNovember 30, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    I agree with Inessa! Your work is wonderful!

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  13. petitehermineNovember 30, 2011 at 11:25 PM

    What a great website. Your work is amazing, as usual. I think patience is another big quality of artists :)

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  14. ElfReneeDecember 1, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    Aww, I love the cupcake and the inspiration behind it!

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  15. Susie TenzerDecember 3, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Thanks for all of your lovely comments!

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