Written by Caitlin Man
Edited by CHIQIO
Keywords: Artworkism, Artistic Expression, Creative Process, Intent in Art, Personal Reality
Meta description: Explore the philosophy of Artworkism, where art becomes a portal to personal reality. Discover how intent, creativity, and experience shape artistic expression, transforming dreams into meaningful masterpieces.
Art is the creation of human expression and imagination, manifesting one’s reality into a physical form imbued with deeper, personal meaning. In the realm of CHIQIO’s artworkism, the meaning of life is to create it through your art; your art is your life. I interpret artworkism as the mental process of shaping your own reality, as if switching portals to a different universe where everything goes your way. In this universe, nothing is right or wrong, and everything is under your control. The creation of art stems from various sources, whether it’s inspiration, live drawing, or an impulsive doodle — all of which involve some degree of thought. This is then remained as history overtime allowing passing generations to see what you perceived in this world through artwork.
Art is the lens through which an individual views the world, sharing this perspective with an audience that, in turn, gains an understanding of that perspective and forms their own interpretations. This interaction fosters emotional engagement and shared interest. Art can also evoke nostalgia, taking us out of the present reality and back to a different time. Historical artworks, for example, gobekli Tape, the oldest historical landmark in the world where its architecture highlights the point in time and transports us to their respective periods, holding engraved memories within their pieces and often commanding great value.
Artworkism operates subconsciously, with creativity constantly at play in daydreams and dreams, stemming from within. It connects individuals emotionally to their dreams, realized as tangible art.
Consider the famous paintings of Louis Wain’s cats. His artwork evolved in an uncanny way as he developed schizophrenia, reflecting his changing perception of the world. This progression tells a story through his created images, illustrating how his mental state influenced his art.
In my personal theory, I believe Artworkism encompasses three key aspects: intent, creativity, and experience.
Intent is the “why” behind creating an artwork. The most valued part of art is its underlying subject and meaning. Without intent, art becomes an abstract experiment with skill. Most artworks convey a message that engages the audience and fosters an emotional connection. The storytelling aspect of an art piece highlights what happened during a particular time and offers the artist’s perspective, allowing us to dive into someone else’s world. For example, one of my artworks might appear to be a canvas of sweets, but on a deeper level, it depicts the fine line between the sweet and toxic aspects of relationships. Using candy “love hearts” and medical drugs, I explore how something seemingly sweet can turn toxic, akin to love bombing, where initial affection turns into mistreatment. The candy symbolizes the temporary sweetness in toxic relationships, decaying over time, while the drugs represent both the lingering toxicity and the potential for healing. The rose-tinted resin glaze signifies the strength of rose-tinted glasses and the feeling of being trapped in such relationships
Creativity is the “how” of creating your artwork and how you intend for your audience to perceive it. Artists use various mediums, such as sculpture, painting, or watercolor, to convey their messages. Employing sensory language and textures can emotionally connect the audience to the art, enhancing the depth and engagement of the piece. Creativity is about presenting your message effectively, whether through intricate effort and skill or through the imaginative expression of your intent.
Experience is the inspiration behind an artist’s meaningful creations. An artist draws from life experiences to create masterpieces. Whether one has extensive life experiences or finds inspiration in a single setting, it all depends on perspective. Experience leads to growth — in art skills, mindset, and personal development. Growth introduces us to numerous options in life, and in the context of artworkism, it means there are countless ways to create, express, and be inspired by life.
Overall, artworkism, to me, is the expression of transforming dreams into reality through the creation of art, as art serves as the gateway to living in one’s own reality in which overtime, this creation will mark as history.
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