inspiration
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From Fall’s Glow to Winter’s Stillness: A Reflection at Kariya Park
Standing on the wooden bridge at Kariya Park in Mississauga, I watched ducks glide through the golden hues of fall. Now, winter envelops everything in sharp stillness, prompting reflection. Sharing this photo feels like revisiting inspiration. Does winter inspire you or challenge you to endure its quiet truths? Continue reading
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On the Influence of Art: A Philosophical Inquiry into Creativity, Constraint, and Inspiration
Can too much influence confine an artist’s creativity? Influence shapes both freedom and constraint. While it offers a foundation, it also poses a paradox: it fuels creativity yet risks stifling originality. Artists grapple with this tension, transforming inherited traditions into something profoundly unique, seeking a delicate balance between inspiration and innovation. Continue reading
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Chasing Summer’s Fading Light: Holding On to What Cannot Stay
In this reflection on the fleeting beauty of time, inspired by T.S. Eliot’s The Four Quartets, a photograph captures the delicate transition from summer to autumn. The image holds the quiet remnants of fading warmth, where past and future merge in a moment of serene, timeless connection. Continue reading
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Embracing the Ebb and Flow of Artistic Inspiration
Navigating the cyclical nature of artistic inspiration, this post delves into the philosophical reflections on creative droughts. Highlighting quotes from renowned artists and writers, it explores the interplay between life’s demands and the pursuit of art, offering a poetic perspective on finding renewed inspiration amidst the ebb and flow. Continue reading
Shayan Afzal 