Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up. ~Pablo Picasso
On special request from my cousin, I have recently begun conducting art classes for my nephews, aged 5 to 8 yrs. The classes are pretty casual and the kids have complete freedom to choose any medium they desire. It’s been an absolute pleasure to spend time with them and discover each one’s individual style and creativity!
‘The best dog’
I have always felt that there are a number of faults in the way art is taught in schools. The results matter far more than the ideas, and the technique holds more importance than the intention. By drawing definitive boundaries between what is right and what is wrong, we end up creating walls in a mind whose imagination is otherwise boundless. The trick is to direct, not control.
After just 4 classes, I am convinced that we have much to (re)learn from children. The experience has not only been inspiring, but rewarding as well! 
Seriously, I am now slowly being able break out of the designer mould of working within a brief and always have a purpose to every line i draw. It is such a struggle. The mind is always restricted otherwise.
Posted by blogatdoornumber3 | September 3, 2011, 05:04very nice..
Posted by Kiran | September 11, 2011, 18:01