The Violin and Let Artists be Artists

I believe that arts have an infinite number of different media and vessels and the definition cannot be limited to “a painting.” And my great friend Mary Jo is a perfect example of my conviction. Her medium of expression is violins, and she chooses them because they are the canvas that allows her to authentically expresses her soul. And the result of authenticity is always magnificent. 😍

This is the exact reason why I avoid commissioned pieces where the artists rely on me to tell them how to create. 100% of the time when that happens, I can feel the piece lacking authenticity and soul. The only input I will give is: "Make me something that reminds you of me." I prefer to let the artists be artists.