..........from Martha Graham, famous dancer and choreographer (1894-1991)
“There is a vitality, a life force, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and there is only one of you in all time, this expression is unique, and if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium; and be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is, not how it compares with other expression. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep open and aware directly to the urges that motivate you. Keep the channel open."
This is so clearly the thinking of an artist. I feel the power in her words and can imagine how focused she had to be to live her art. I envy her passion.
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