Hi Friends,

The above quote is from an incredible artist that could be counted in the ranks of the best that ever lived. If you have ever had the chance to see his work first hand, you realize what jaw-dropping art it truly is.

And yet, from the quote, we can assume that he must have worked, not only to get that good but to continue to aim higher.

With single-minded intent, in spite of a well-to-do family that thought an artistic career a lowly pursuit, Michelangelo attained an almost mythical reputation in all three disciplines....drawing, sculpting and painting in the golden century of the Renaissance. This extraordinary achievement was due, no doubt, to his obsessive single mindedness.

Sustained by his vision and prepared to work very hard for his art, Michelangelo created his own mystery by virtually shunning the outside world and living an incredibly frugal life.

All the world saw were his great achievements of almost unparalleled beauty.......he even burned all of his preliminary sketches (called "cartoons" in his time) so that no one could see the effort that went into his work and the development of his skills, lest they see something imperfect.

Though all of us are in different circumstances as we pursue our own art, with dedication and tenacity, we can  hit the higher target. Even if we miss it on the first try.....or the 10th or 99th try......the target is still there.
Load the artillery and keep shooting.

Keep Coloring Outside the Lines,
Sandra