Credo - by David Walker

Reprinted by permission

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I believe

that artists possess a particular vision

that can change and heal a society in distress.

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I believe

that through hard work and relentless focus,

we can make a difference and bring

hope, light and understanding

to every dark and fearful place

within the human spirit.

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I believe

that the world needs to know and experience

the unique vision and truth

that each artist possesses.

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As an artist myself,

I believe that we are powerful beyond measure.

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David Walker - September, 2001

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David is a modern "Renaissance Man" - long reknown as a quilt artist and an as a masterful workshop instructor, in recent years he also has revealed his exceptional talents in photography and web design. Visit his website to see beautiful examples of them all.

http://davidwalker.us/

The Artist's Creed - by Jan Phillips

http://www.janphillips.com/home.htm

The following is an excerpt from Jan Phillip's book, The Marry Your Muse Workshop: Making a Lasting Commitment to Your Creativity. It is posted by permission.

I believe I am worth the time it takes
to create whatever I feel called to create.

I believe my work is worthy of its own space
which is worthy of the name sacred.

I believe that when I enter this space, I have the right
to work in silence, uninterrupted, for as long as I choose.

I believe that the moment I open myself to the gifts of the Muse,
I open myself to the Source of All Creation, and become one
with the Mother of Life Itself.

I believe that my work is joyful, useful, and constantly changing,
flowing through me like a river with no beginning and no end.

I believe that what it is I am called to do
will make itself known when I have made myself ready.

I believe that the time I spend creating my art
is as precious as the time I spend giving to others.

I believe that what truly matters in the making of art
is not what the final piece looks like or sounds like,
not what it is worth or not worth,
but what newness gets added to the universe in the
process of the piece itself becoming.

I believe that I am not alone in my attempts to create,
and that once I begin the work, settle into the strangeness,
the words will take shape, the form find life, and the spirit take flight.

I believe that as the Muse gives to me,
so does she deserve from me:
faith, mindfulness, and enduring commitment.