Painting: Your Nervous System on Canvas!
"Painting is the pattern of one’s own nervous system being projected on canvas." — Francis Bacon
Now, how cool (and a little wild) is that idea? According to Bacon, every time you pick up a brush, you’re basically projecting your nerves, your emotions, and your entire inner world onto that canvas! It’s like your feelings and thoughts get a backstage pass to the show—taking center stage through color, shape, and form.
Think about it: every swirl of the brush or splash of color is your nervous system saying, “Hey, this is me right now!” Whether you’re excited, stressed, or just vibing, it all makes its way onto the canvas. That’s the magic of painting—it’s your mind and emotions taking physical form in the most creative way possible.
Next time you paint, don’t worry about getting everything perfect. Let your nerves do the talking! Let the canvas feel your energy. If you’re feeling all over the place—great! That means your art will have life and movement. And if you’re calm, then watch your steady hand create something soothing and balanced. Either way, you’re putting a piece of yourself out there for the world to see.
So, ready to let your nervous system shine? Grab that brush and paint what’s inside—no filter needed!
