My Art History

I have started back at school again. This was a pretty big deal for me. I was so nervous about it. I am not sure why. Self-doubt, insecurities, ego ect. All of those things seem to come out when you try to change ones self. I went for it though. Jumped right in!

One of the classes I am taking is Art History. It is terribly time consuming, full of incredible knowledge and absolutely mind boggling! This class covers the 13th century-19th century art. I have found a few unexpected favorites. Such as Botticelli (was actually one of my favorites before the class), Jan Van Eyck, and Titian.

There has been times during this class that I wanted to pull my hair out, but overall I have really gotten into. I surprised myself. What was even a bigger surprise was the essence of humanism that arouse during that time. The Renaissance Period established many of the ideals, rituals, architecture and self-interest that we still use and rely on today. All of this was fascinating to me. I have always been into art as well as history, but until you are properly informed about art and the artist it is quite hard to truly understand outside of admiring ones beauty.

I can honestly say "I already feel smarter!" Its rad... This class has inspired me to start painting. I will post a picture of my first painting. The part of myself that is a painter is very unfamiliar. I feel like I am discovering a new part of myself creatively. It is magical.

Anyways, I am so lucky that I am going through a period of time where I am able to put myself back into school emotionally, physically and financially. I am in aww... of this. Quite proud. When I was younger, even only a few years ago I would never have believed I could do this. Knowledge is power. Period. I will be taking two more classes by this next semester and within a year and a half or so I will be transferring to a university to acquire a degree is Psychology. This is a huge step in re-connecting with others and most importantly re-connecting with myself.
Wish me luck!!
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xoxo