Vastaanottaa (Receive)
As part of my daily practice before bed, create small abstract multimedia pieces on paper. This is mostly about the process, but I am often surprised by the image that results. The small bedtime paintings inspire many of my larger canvases.
Sometimes people say “My five year old could do that!” like it’s a put down. I welcome it, and take it as a huge compliment. if that’s your idea of a criticism, my advice is to go home and hug your five year old. Tell them how special they are. They have a lot to teach you. What wish for you and for myself, is that we’re not too arrogant to receive it.
I live in Finntown. A Finnish American, I moved to Virginia at the end of 2022, after living in Grand Marais for 35 years. I have been a mentor to art students and musicians that whole time.
Timo Young