"If we don't have humor in art, we lose perspective." Theibold
Most people believe that art has to have some kind of deep, philosophical meaning or heavy context to be considered "good art". I don't agree with that line of thinking. In these turbulent times that we live in, we need humor in our lives to help us cope with and escape from all of the chaos and drama that surrounds us. Throughout my life humor has helped me deal with many trials and tribulations. It has enabled me to grow and understand the world around me from a different perspective. They do say that "laughter is the best medicine". We play as kids. We grow up and become stuck in the trappings of adulthood, forgetting the joy of childhood and that freedom of fun and play. Humor allows us to step back and connect with that inner child again. Humor keeps us sane. This belief is the basis of my work. Firstly, I want to make people laugh; secondly, I want to make them think. In the end if all they do is laugh, I'm okay with that because I'm laughing with them.
This somewhat similar to concept I tried to explore. I think as directional push to your concept, you should consider that some people might have difficulty trying to stay happy. I think if you did, it would also convey ideas of making good out of the bad, stressful things we as humans have to deal will. But I like overall message in your statement. It has a therapeutic potential for an audience to relate to and consider that growing old is inevitable, yet being youthful is optional. Try to make your Artist Statement a closer to the bone for your audience to relate to.
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