Being an artist is not self determined but determined by others. Working with artistic intent but without knowldege of craft is usually the path to self delusion, especially if you believe you have succeeded to lofty goal of creating art. You are an artist when others think you are and not what you call yourself. I believe that Alfred Stieglitz said it best, "Your work isn't art until some rich guy buys it." Why is being a photographer, no matter how great, not fulfilling enough? Be creative, do your work to the best of your ability, be passionate about achieving your conceptual vision and then leave the description of your achievement to others to label. The joy is in the creative process and the art is in the eye of the beholder.
Denise Libby
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