Ascension is the act of rising to an important position or a higher level. Outside Ascension, and the upcoming books in the Levels of Ascension series, all test the human mind to ascend to a higher level as Amanda goes through challenging times and makes difficult decisions in her efforts to find a way home. We absolutely love this theme, and to encourage the ascension mindset, are wanting to reward readers of Outside Ascension with a simple and fun art contest.
I recognize the cost of an education is well worth it; however, it is expensive. As a thank you to all of the readers of Outside Ascension, we would like to offer a $500 cash prize to one of you who takes the initiative and demonstrates the ascension mindset to help us develop a visual representation of Amanda, the main character in our Levels of Ascension series.
Yes, we recognize finding the motivation just to get started is challenging. Sometimes the most difficult part for many artists, myself included, is to start putting ink to paper, keystrokes to computer, or paint brush to canvas. I understand trying to picture the image of an unknown character who was literally dreamed up in another’s mind may be puzzling, but I won’t leave you out to dry! Here are some of the best artists’ words of encouragement to help you get started:
- “You cannot use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have!” – Maya Angelou
- “To practice, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow. So do it.” – Kurt Vonnegut
- “Art reveals who we are and who we are meant to be.” – Erwin McManus
- “Creativity is contagious. Pass it on!” – Albert Einstein
- “Every artist was once an amateur.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
- “Art helped give me confidence.” – @JeffKoons
- “A world without art is a world without hopes and dreams.” – Sarah Zimmerman
- “Art evokes the mystery without which the world would not exist.” – Rene Magritte
- “Creativity takes courage.” – Henri Matisse
- “To live a creative life we must leave our fear of being wrong.” – Joseph Chilton Pearce
No matter if you enjoy, are on the side of, or are an aspiring career artist, I hope these quotes help you in your endeavors. If you ever are seeking to ascend to a higher level of skill in art, or in life, you must first get started. Now, I must ask the final question. Are you ready?