Friends from childhood -- Patou and Prince Albert II of Monaco
After hanging up the phone, I couldn’t help but shake my head, laugh and think what a refreshing conversation that was. Why? Because it was so, well, normal. It reminded me that it’s the regular things in life – even if regular means having a prince as your childhood friend – that keep you grounded in who you are and going strong in your creativity.
Therefore, the point to this week’s blog, as we move forward into a fruitful fall -- in all aspects of our lives – is to look at who and what is around you for inspiration. Maybe it’s a family member who has overcome a tough challenge, a beautiful home you pass every day or a great story you have recently read that will, in some way or another, weave its way into your work. Recall your memories, look at your surroundings and open your mind to new things and your heart to what’s familiar, as well as what scares you; for you never know how it will better you and what flows through your brush, lens or whatever medium you call your own.
Please enjoy this quote by Patou about her inspiring time at home in Monaco:
"I went to Monte Carlo last week to attend my mother's eightieth birthday. It was great! My four sisters, their husbands and all of my nieces were there. I am always very happy to be in our family home, where we all grew up; there are so many memories. Also, I saw some friends that attended school with me, including Prince Albert II of Monaco. We had lunch at my mother's house, and I showed him my latest work, which he liked very much. It was fantastic to reconnect with everyone, refresh and ponder all of the beautiful moments. I’m sure these experiences, in some form or another, will be communicated through my art.”
Blog written by Dawn K. Terrick, president and creative director of DKT Communications, Inc.
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