Motherhood, Kids, and Art

 

"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up."

 

-Pablo Picasso

 

Motherhood, kids, and art. Since having kids, I've walked the fine line between being overly protective over my creative time, wanting my children to see their mom creating, and inviting them to create alongside of me. But that quote above, is why I feel it's so important for them to see me doing what I do, as well as allowing them to explore their own creativity and express themselves through art-making.

 

Whenever I dig out my gelli printing supplies in front of Sophia, I know immediately she's going to want to gelli print alongside of me. When this happens, I try to take a breath and prepare myself for whatever and enjoy the time we are sharing together in that moment. Her fascination and pure joy while creating is quite refreshing to witness. I try to say "yes" more than "no" while trying not to lose patience if I can't exactly create the way I'd planned. This will be something she'll hopefully remember in a positive way--making art next to Mommy (and one I'm sure I'll look back on and cherish).