Finding Meaning in the Every Day. With all of the talking heads out there telling us what we should think, what do you really think? Are you watching the news? How does this relate to your every day life and handmade?
I don’t know about you but I am struggling. Struggling with the world around me. I am fortunate and I am very grateful for it. Life in Grand Haven, Michigan is relatively safe; filled with friendly people; just trying to raise their families; and live their lives to the best of their abilities.
When you purchase a piece of art – handmade bowls, pitchers, vases, paintings, jewelry and more, you are helping an artist and his/her family live in a manner that is important to them. They have spent countless hours and years working to learn their craft to the best of their ability. Most of our artists live quiet lives, usually working 50 plus hours a week in their private studios, making functional and non-functional artwork.
You get to see the finished piece. It may have been re-made several times before arriving at C2C Gallery. So, how do you find meaning in the every day? I think by connecting with people. Looking them in the eyes. Smiling genuinely at them. I also believe sharing handmade, unique, items with those special people in your life says to them “You matter to me.”
