I took this photo on the morning that I nervously waited for my new Art & Design Foundation group to arrive at the beginning of the month.
It's the same every time, those butterflies in the stomach, even after twenty-six years!
September is a really important month for me, probably because it's a New Year in many ways for us teachers.
I feel so lucky to work part time with students who are on the cusp of their creative careers and adventures, it's such a turning-point in the lives of these future artists and designers.
This is the month that makes me reflect, as I talk to them about some of the fundamental aspects of living a creative life. I need reminding of these things too, it's so easy to forget.
The first statements that I always write on the board before the students arrive are:
1. Make misteaks.
2. We cannot give you the answers but we can give you the questions.
I must admit that sometimes I feel more like the Riddler and not the tutor, these two statements are the fundamental corner stones of being a Creative.
And even after all these years, as a tutor and a painter-textile-artist-person I still have to remember that it's okay to make it up as I go along!
So thank you September for reminding me about these important lessons, I shall miss you until next year ...
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