The Passion of Creativity

ADVERSARIES      Jim Plesh     acrylic on masonite

private collection: Barbara Perry

Occasionally I have a moment of revelation in which I connect with someone or something, an idea or a perceived notion, or even a work of art. Those occurrences may generate passion, motivating a response. Those are the moments I embrace abstract ideas and find the inspiration to create. Conversely, there are times I simply feel uninspired; something feels missing and I am unable to generate a passion for creativity. I find myself searching for inspiration in a book, a magazine or music. I often call on my bank of memories to stimulate creative mojo. Thus, even when not seemingly inspired, I find myself driven to seek inspiration. It is the creative mind within me—the essence of the creative personality—driving me on. The creative mind is never at rest; it refuses to simply sit still, complacent and accepting of the current situation. It is passionate. One might even question if such energy and desire cross the fine line between passion and obsession. Whether in painting, writing a blog or envisioning new possibilities, creativity will continually seek inspiration; the very process of    creativity will feed upon itself. Call it what you wish—passion or obsession.