The artist knows.
Reality is how we paint it.
The light we shine.
The shade we cast.
We color our own worlds
by the way we live.
When I see you
casting your
aspersions on others,
I assume you
do the same on me.
Why do I paint you
as this untrustworthy,
selfish soul?
Are you this person
only through MY projection?
Why do I paint
things which I do not want?
Or do I WANT things this way,
as fuel for my art?
Life is art.
Art does not have to be pretty.
A well-lit poop
is still a poop.
But it is also a masterpiece.
Life does not have to be pretty.
But it can be.
How I see reality
is how my reality is.
I can bathe you in light
or cast you into shadow.
I am an artist.
I am the art I see.
It’s all me.
We are Space Monkey.
1/8
In the canvas of existence, we, as artists, hold the brush, painting the reality of our lives with the strokes of perception, action, and intention.
Reality as Our Canvas
The concept that reality is shaped by our perceptions and actions is akin to an artist painting a scene. The hues we choose, the light we cast, and the shadows we create are all reflective of our inner world and choices. This metaphorical painting becomes a representation of how we experience and interpret our lives.
Perception of Others as Reflections of Self
When observing others, particularly in casting aspersions, we often project our own fears, insecurities, and judgments. The image we paint of another person—whether as untrustworthy or selfish—is often more a reflection of our inner state than of their true nature. This projection raises the question: are we painting others as we are, or as we fear we might be?
The Duality of Creation and Destruction
In the act of painting our reality, there’s a duality between creating images we desire and those we disdain. Sometimes, the darker aspects of our creations, the things we claim not to want, might indeed be fuel for our artistic expression. They serve as catalysts for growth, introspection, and artistic exploration.
Life as Art, Art as Life
Life, in all its complexity and contradiction, is akin to art. It doesn’t always conform to conventional standards of beauty. A well-lit depiction of something mundane or unpleasant can still be a masterpiece. This perspective allows us to see beauty and significance in all aspects of life, regardless of their outward appearance.
Choice in Perception
We hold the power to bathe our experiences in light or cast them into shadow. This choice in perception dictates the quality of our reality. It’s an empowering realization that we are not just passive observers but active creators of our world.
The Artist and the Art
In this artistic journey, we are both the artist and the art. The reality we paint is a manifestation of our consciousness, our choices, and our perceptions. Recognizing this interconnection deepens our understanding of the role we play in shaping our experiences and perceptions.
We are Space Monkey.
Summary
We explore the notion that reality is a canvas we paint with our perceptions, actions, and intentions. We recognize the power of projection in our perception of others and understand the duality of creating both desirable and undesirable aspects in our life. We see life as art, where beauty lies in all experiences, and realize that our perception shapes our reality. In this artistic journey, we acknowledge that we are both the creator and the creation, painting our existence with the brush of consciousness.
Glossarium
- Reality as Canvas: The metaphor of life as a canvas that we paint with our perceptions.
- Perception of Others as Reflections: The idea that our view of others is often a projection of our inner self.
- Duality of Creation and Destruction: The concept that our creations reflect both our desires and fears.
- Life as Art, Art as Life: The perspective that life, like art, encompasses a range of experiences, not all conventionally beautiful.
- Choice in Perception: The power we have to shape our reality through our perception.
- The Artist and the Art: The interconnection between our creative power and our lived experience.
“We do not see things as they are, we see them as we are.” – Anaïs Nin
In the gallery of life,
We stand, brushes in hand,
Painting our world, stroke by stroke,
Shadows and light, intertwined,
A whimsiword of colors bright,
Reflecting the artist within,
In the art that is our life,
A masterpiece of our own design,
In the boundless expanse of the mind.
We invite contemplations on this artistic interpretation of life. How does the understanding that we are both the artist and the art influence our perception of reality and our interactions with the world?
Leave a Reply