Art Nurture Manifesto...or better yet, what I'm all about and what I'm trying to do here!

Art Nurture Manifesto
...or better yet, what I'm all about and what I'm trying to do here! 

I recently found a collage from when I was age 6. I am certain of this because I had scrawled my age on the back of it, something most artists stop doing after age 10. The collage was made using a combination of magazine cut outs and crayon...nicely glued down, then laminated for archival purposes.

On that collage was a cut out picture of a dog. Another of a horse. Another of a chocolate dessert. Another of a cup of coffee. And a cut out of the word "Art". So really, not much has changed for me over the last 24 years. 

I share this with you, because I am a real live person on the other end over here and I want you to get to know more about what Art Nurture is all about and what I am trying to do here. 

Truth is, all of us were kids once. With collages and hopes and dreams. I love that kid part of each of us. It's so alive and authentic. It's so in tune with the real us. 

Art Nurture is not about perfection. If you've ever met me or worked with me, you know I am not perfect. Some of you know more than others just how imperfect I really am...yikes! Thanks for still being there.

Here at Art Nurture, you will be wildly embraced in your imperfections...as well as given a kick in the pants to not let them hold you back. Oh no, embrace them and walk on, my friends!

Art Nurture is not about showing off, but it is about showing up and 
truly shining your unique light.

I want you to know how deeply grateful I am for you tracking with me on my Art Nurture Journey and sharing with me your Art Nurture Journey. 

I am learning too. In fact, I'm committed deeply to learning all about this stuff because it has changed my life and I just cannot help but share it. That doesn't mean I will be perfect all the time, but that does mean I will be present. So, whether you've been along for this ride for a while or you are just jumping on the trail here, glad to have you. 

You are important. Your art is important. The world needs you to be fully alive in your unique creativity and to give each of us your unique art. 

Figuring that out and living that out is quite a beautiful process. 

It is just that, a process. Not a wham bam overnight revelation. 
Engage in the process daily. It's incremental. It can be hard work. But don't fret, there are resources for all of that and encouragement to go along with it, with a healthy dose of accountability if you need it too!

Because of all of this, I am currently working on restructuring some of the ways I work with you, the Art Nurture Community! I want to figure out the best ways to continue to nurture community and share this Art Nurture goodness all around. It's my heart to serve, inspire, equip, and empower you to live out your Art Nurture Journey fully.

Some neat-o things are in the works. More one-on-one sessions, more group and community building, more chances to connect and cultivate. 

I'll be adding more to this Art Nurture Manifesto as this process progresses. This is a conversation, feel free to leave a comment below and let me know your thoughts, or something you would like to see happen here...I'm all ears. 

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Art Nurture is about being fully alive and living life with the soul of an artist. A life filled with passion, intention, and purpose. Thanks so much for your time and your presence.

Cultivate & Nurture, 
Court McCracken