With the dead of H. R. Giger, I have to take a moment to think about influences. Any artist is shaped by what he like or dislike. H. R. Giger had a impact on me. What I like about him is his darkness. He dare to explore a darker side of the mind.
His influence is not apparent right away. It is not always showing. It gives me the courage to go in unchartered area. I can dare to be myself, in my own originality, create things my way. There are much possibilities. I can also go on a less traveled path.
No need to always provoke in a disgusted way. Art can makes people think. Or discover something new. Can also see things in a new way. It is the wonder of influence.
Hi Annik,
ReplyDeleteI like what you say about embracing the darker aspects of ourselves. I also believe that it's important to explore and be comfortable with the parts of us that may at times be disturbing or less than ideal. I also believe that creativity and the ability to express it are incredibly valuable and life-affirming.