Can Just Anyone Make Art?

Funky Feminist
Sep 4, 2018 · 2 min read

By Leslie Dawe

Art is something that people say that you should do because you’re artistically capable of doing a visually appealing piece. But anyone can be an artist. Whether they enjoy drawing, painting, photography, or even writing. You don’t have to be talented to reap the benefits. Art is therapy, and it can hold you together when nothing else can. It is a way to let things out as well as a way to get harrowing thoughts off your mind. For example, I use painting, doodling and photography to benefit me. When I feel at my lowest, I will grab my camera and go for a walk. There’s…

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