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The Artistic Journey

by Mario A. Campanaro

The Artistic Journey

by Mario A. Campanaro

Commitment. Investment. Perseverance. Love. Passion. Talent. Hard work. Art. All human beings are striving, moment by moment, to improve their present situation. As actors and artists, our passion is the fire that propels us forward, despite the many obstacles that attempt to hinder our progress. We must hold onto the belief that every hardship plants the seed for a transformative victory. The more difficult our journey, the more impactful our experience becomes, and the circumstances we navigate shape and inspire all of our artistic endeavors.

So, persevere courageously, dear artist. Continue to create. Find a way—any way at all—to do your creative work, pursue your life's passion, follow your heart's desire, and fulfill your soul's purpose. Let obstacles inspire you, rather than stop you. It is in times like these, when the world seems to be at a standstill, that we must not curl up and give up. Instead, we must rise. The creative warrior within each of us exclaims, "OK, I am just beginning!" Our greatest adversities are often the very things that map out our creative journey, helping us discover our own creative greatness.

It is during these times that we manifest art, and the world will always need art. So, continue to persevere courageously, even though we must do so responsibly and virtually. We carry on, stay focused, stay driven, and stay on purpose. We do this not just for ourselves but for all of us, for all the artists and our beloved audiences. Our ability to share our gifts creates connection with others who may feel lost, disconnected, or isolated. And in these moments, authentic connection is more necessary than ever.

This is our great gift as artists—to identify, to share, to give, to reveal, and to connect. If we think about it, many people spend more time with actors in their living rooms, watching movies or TV shows, than they do with family or friends. Even in the face of everything going on in the world, our work still matters. It is important, meaningful, and purposeful. Our art is a form of medicine, offering comfort and connection to those who need it most.

Together, we continue to create with the objective of connecting—somehow, someway. So, we press on. We study. We train. We exercise. We identify. We share. We reveal. We give. And we do our work, because it is our calling, and it is vital.