Shake Off the February Blahs by Darlene Beck Jacobson
Last month I visited the Art Museum on the Princeton University campus.
It was great for three reasons. First of all, it’s free. There aren’t
many places of culture and enlightenment nowadays that can boast that.
And, the collection has something for everyone. There are sculptures
and pottery over 4,000 years old, paintings done by ANDY WARHOL, and everything in between.
The third reason it was a great visit is because where else but an art museum provides peace, quiet, and contemplation along with some magnificent objects of beauty? Being in such an environment frees the mind and allows all sorts of creative energy to enter. Writers who are struggling with writer’s block might find inspiration looking at any painting or sculpture, and stories begin to spring into mind. WHY did the artist choose such a subject? WHAT IF the subject were alive today? WHAT would she/he have to say? The possibilities for story are endless.
So, if you feel as if you’re in a rut and need some CHANGE to jump start the muse, visit the Princeton University Art Museum – or ANY art museum and let your imagination run wild. Take notes, snap photos and just doodle in a notebook. You never know, it may be the start of something wonderful. artmuseum.princeton.edu
Didn't someone say "a picture is worth a thousand words?"
The third reason it was a great visit is because where else but an art museum provides peace, quiet, and contemplation along with some magnificent objects of beauty? Being in such an environment frees the mind and allows all sorts of creative energy to enter. Writers who are struggling with writer’s block might find inspiration looking at any painting or sculpture, and stories begin to spring into mind. WHY did the artist choose such a subject? WHAT IF the subject were alive today? WHAT would she/he have to say? The possibilities for story are endless.
So, if you feel as if you’re in a rut and need some CHANGE to jump start the muse, visit the Princeton University Art Museum – or ANY art museum and let your imagination run wild. Take notes, snap photos and just doodle in a notebook. You never know, it may be the start of something wonderful. artmuseum.princeton.edu
Didn't someone say "a picture is worth a thousand words?"
I just had the same blissful experience at the FREE National Gallery in Washington, DC. What a national treasure it is.
ReplyDeleteThis is too cool. I soooo want to go to this museum.
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