When you have arrived at a point in your life where you have more time on your hands to reflect than to use; you are ready to indulge your imagination a bit.

Normally, people will turn to all the art and artists whose creations they have surrounded themselves with all their lives; but that is limiting your own horizon too much. Don't concede defeat without joining a fight first; you'll never know the results until you have tried!

We are lucky to live on the Côte d'Azur where art galleries and museums abound. However, it's not easy to find ideas to spark you off on the trail to becoming your own artist; dabbling in the subject you personally like without having to ask an art expert for his or her comments. Go to the following link to start the journey for ideas; it will make your life easier:-

http://www.autour-de-lart.com/content/view/36/37/lang,en/

For example, if you like b&w photography; you can visit the 2 following websites to gain some ideas about subject matter to help you formulate your own private 'collection' of photos that is sought after by commercial & private buyers. Who knows, your photos may become something more valuable than just a hobby. Unfortunately, most people just need a little pointer from the professionals who know:-

http://www.rallefotoagentur.de/fotografen_schulz.html

http://www.rodneysmith.com/editioned.php

We would like to talk to like-minded peole from ALL over the world about our favourite subject; "Create Your Own Art". Please send your email to join the discussion soon!