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Cave Art

Where is the boundary between spirit and stone, that place where myth is born and marries meaning to the beauty and brutality of form. Is it only our imagining that imbues things with the glow of transcendence, anoints the ordinary to elevate atoms to the status of the sublime; is there only human art to warm the cold of our lonely caves, to redeem us from time.

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Date: 1/15/2024 4:27:00 PM
wow, this was a powerful read, Paul. This line said it all for me: Is it only our imagining that imbues things with the glow of transcendence. Art in its many forms is transcendent; that's what makes it so miraculous to me. Am faving this one for its inspiration and depth. Sara
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Paul Willason
Date: 1/16/2024 1:11:00 AM
Humbled by the faving...moved by your gracious comments Sara. Rather a complex little piece and pleased that it found a sympathetic ear. Take care,
Date: 1/15/2024 12:08:00 PM
Hi Paul, if it's only our minds that are capable of imbuing things, we've no need for our senses. Art exits in many inhuman forms, at least to my willingness to accept it. I've had the flu, so sorry for falling behind in commenting.
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Paul Willason
Date: 1/16/2024 1:07:00 AM
Thankyou Lin...appreciate your comments especially given that you are suffering with the flu...feel honoured that your precious energy was expended on this. Get well soon.

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