From You
During my years of being a psychotherapist I have been aware of the importance of the question “What is Self?” Most persons that have bravely allowed me into their inner arena have at the core this question.
As an artist I have noticed that all my work also relates to the question “What is self?” “Who am I really?” Attempts of answers via years of paper, glue, Jung and his friends, wonderful pens and colored pencils and scissors.
I have made collages of my experiences since I was 6. That humbly is 53 years of experience. Collage seems to most accurately portray for me the answers.
We are a combination of myriad experiences of every possible dimension.
All I really know is it is an archetypal necessity that is universal, but that it is not simple. Indulging in the complexities of creativity gives me the most peace. I feel it is hard to explain and explore many issues simply verbally and conversationally.
So, it is my collage work that helps define me and for others to understand me and hopefully, gleefully themselves.
When you look at my work do not struggle to make sense of it. It is where I was when I made it and hopefully part of who am I am now. Most pieces were created over a period of time.
I truly believe if you are stuck in the moment, wait for the next right thing to reveal itself. Define yourself every day in what you do, say, cook, be, act, don’t react, create.
by GAIL ROBINSON
(Gail participated in the What is Self? Art & Writing Exhibition @ Frisbie St. in Oakland, CA – May 2009)
