And a Heaven in a Wild Flower
Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand
And Eternity in an hour
This line from William Blake’s Auguries of Innocence that always stays with me — the way he reminds us to see the universe in something as small as a grain of sand. It’s a beautiful thought, and it feels so connected to what art is all about: noticing the magic in the smallest things and turning it into something that speaks to the soul.
In a world that can often feel chaotic or uncertain, art becomes a quiet refuge — a place where we can breathe, dream, and rediscover beauty. Whether through color, sound, or words, it brings us back to that spark of creativity that feels both grounding and freeing.
But more than that, art reflects something deeply human. It mirrors back to us our emotions, our capacity for empathy, and the beauty that already exists within and around us. It reminds us that even in difficult times, there’s still light to be found — if we’re open to see it.
Art isn’t just decoration or escape. It’s connection. It’s feeling. It’s that moment when something inside you stirs because a painting, a song, or a poem feels like it’s speaking directly to your heart.
So as we move through life, I think it’s worth remembering what Blake hinted at — that beauty and meaning are all around us, waiting to be seen. Let’s keep seeking them, creating them, and letting art guide us toward the wonder that makes being human so extraordinary.