Susannah Felts on creating for creatives and The Come Apart
In the world of creativity, we often measure worth by tangible achievements: the accolades won, the sales figures, or the sheer talent that shines forth from an individual. But what happens when we ask a fundamental question about artistic value?
Susanna Felts, in her compelling work The Come Apart, invites us to pause that measuring process. She challenges the conventional wisdom that ties artistic merit directly to personal ability or external metrics of success.
Instead, Felts prompts a much deeper, more profound consideration: What is the true nature of value in art, and how should we define it?
Her exploration suggests that the appreciation of creative work should transcend the ego and the scoreboard. It pushes us to look beyond the individual skillset and recognize the intrinsic power and impact that art holds for the human experience.
This shift in perspective is crucial for every creative person and every audience member. It reminds us that the magic of art isn’t solely dictated by the creator’s résumé, but by the resonance it creates within us.
Felts encourages us to engage with a broader understanding of artistic significance—one that acknowledges the complex interplay between personal journey and public impact, allowing us to celebrate the art for what it is, rather than simply judging it by who made it.
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