For many artists their mothers were their first unofficial art teachers, whether they provided actual instructions or encouraged their creativity by example. We learn from art history that Pierre-Auguste Renoir's mother was a dressmaker and Gustav Klimt's mother had an unrealized ambition to be a musical performer. It is widely known that Vincent van Gogh's mother was an … [Read more...]
Artists With Unwavering Perseverance and Courage
During the first months of her missionary work Mother Teresa had no income and had to resort to begging for food and supplies. She often experienced doubt, loneliness and the temptation to return to the comfort of convent life. But, she refused to give up and return to easier times. Her innate sense of purpose gave her the courage to persevere. Like Mother Teresa who was on … [Read more...]