Talking about enhancing creativity

Creative Sparks

I found this awesome thoughts from a participant of Creative Sparks An Art Exhibition from people with Epilepsy. Cinthia Gott really encouraged me in my recent lack of creativity as I read the following part of her writing.

Gott, Cynthia

Imperial Beach, California, USA

"My art is not merely a reflection of me ... the inner workings of my psyche ... it is me. Each artwork, in essence, is a self-portrait no matter the genre. I put my soul into these works; it feels at times like I actually lose part of myself when releasing a painting. I have found creativity in the spaces between realms, bridging the gaps in the synaptic delay. I often travel to an existential place. My psyche transcends the material plane as I shift awareness from left brain activity (verbal, analytical processing) to right brain activity (spatial, perceptual processing). When I enter this sacred space I sometimes experience visions which often leap onto my canvas and paper." "Vincent Van Gogh wisely explained, "If you hear a voice within you say "you cannot paint," then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced."

Below is my own participation at the exhibition.

Garcia, Patricia

La Paz Baja California Sur, Mexico

"First of all I would like people to understand it is an illness that affects your emotions and the other way around too; because stress is hard to handle it may trigger seizures, seizures make you depressed, stressed and so on. All cases are so different and individual, but what’s certain is that we need help and understanding from our loved ones. Not pity but a supportive “go ahead!” attitude. I believe creativity is a form of self-expression; in my case it has been enhanced through illness. Appreciation of life’s beauty is at full perception now and this journey has taken me through a path of personal growth."