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The “The Art Spirit” by, Robert Henri belongs in every artist’s library. It
was first published in 1923 and is still being printed today. I want to share a
passage from the book with you.
“The sketch hunter has delightful days of drifting about
among people, in and out of the city, going anywhere, everywhere, stopping as
long as he likes-no need to reach any point, moving in any direction following
the call of interest. He moves through life as he finds it, not passing
negligently the things he loves, but stopping to know them, and to note them
down in the shorthand of his sketchbook. Like any hunter he hits or misses. He
is looking for what he loves, he tries to capture it. It’s found anywhere,
everywhere. Those who are not hunters do not see these things. The hunter is
learning to see and to understand-to enjoy.”
When I first read this book it stopped me in my tracks. The
pages of the book speak deeply to me. The passion and emotion of all artists
transcends time!
I have filled countless sketchbooks. I have travel a lot with my sketchbooks. I travel to teach, sketch, and explore. I want to see and understand my world. When I sketch I see, I understand. These books contain my
life- joy, sorrow, achievements... and all that life has thrown me. I am a
sketch hunter!
Happy Sketching!
Brenda
Your sketch of Prague stopped me 'dead in my tracks.' The perspective, the beauty of it...amazing! I will check out the"The Art Spirit" today. Your quote is wonderful and helps me understand some of my recent sketching.
ReplyDeleteSusan, thank you! I had an amazing experience sketching from Prague to Berlin. I came home with over 50 sketches and a experience I will never forget!
DeleteTHANK YOU for that post. I have journaled for years (20+) but have never included sketches. Now I think I'll switch to a watercolor notebook and journal AND do simple watercolor sketches. What a gift would that be to my children someday? To now only see my life through my own words, but my eyes! You continue to be a blessing and inspiration Brenda; thank you!
ReplyDeletesorry for the typos. Was typing quickly out of excitment. I meant "to NOT only see my life..."
DeleteI think you got that....
Brian, I love to hear comments like yours! I agree the sketch journals would be a precious gift to leave behind for your children. Each book is a little piece of yourself.
DeleteHappy Sketching!
I've been reading this book recently, so it's interesting to read your post. Recomended by a friend, I can't agree more--it speaks to me!! My art is such a part of me now and the sketchbook let's me take it everywhere! With the nice weather coming I'm itching to get out there soon--maybe I'll see you sometime as we travel near and far doing what we do--
ReplyDeleteMichelle, sounds like you have a wandering eye, too. I am delighted you have the book in your library...a must for every artist.
DeleteHappy sketching!
"The Art Spirit" was written by Robert Henri.
ReplyDeleteLee, Thank you! I don't know how I forgot that important bit of information!
DeleteHi Brenda..
ReplyDeleteI have ordered the book (used) and will look forward to a good summer read.
Thanks for being so generous with sharing.
Thank you, Ginny!
DeleteHello Brenda
ReplyDeleteI'm too a hunter of sketches .....From France!
Happy sketching