There is no such thing as being done with an artistic life. Frustrations and rewards exist at all levels on the path.
Water seeks its own level and water rises collectively
At it's essence, art is an alchemical process. Alchemy is a process of transformation.
Making art is an act of faith.
Creativity - like human life itself - begins in darkness.
As children we hoard and gloat over words. Words give ownership: we name our world and we claim it...Children trust the power of words.