Currently, my internship consists of putting up the latest exhibition at Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, opening this Saturday. Entitled "Narrow Road to the Interior," the mixed media show represents a small array of Japanese artists dedicated to the continued task of zen observance and a meditative state.
On most recent days, I have resigned myself to more simple work: cleaning the floors, scraping and painting, sweeping. But in the midst of a handful of the artists themselves, working diligently at their own installation, and among the several already-in-place prints and minimalist sculptures, I too am at peace.
Performing more physical work is very different for me as a college student generally more inclined toward research and writing. However, it is a change with which I am most pleased. For eight straight hours, I am able to forget everything else, and simply focus on the tasks at hand, making small talk with my fellow art preparators. Though sometimes the work feels trivial, I take a step back and look at the incredible bits of creativity that I am working amidst, and I again am grateful.
As a huge fan of art and the ambiance museums come with, I must say that I am envious about your work environment. There is something so calming about being around beautiful things that are the products of creative individuals and being able to take it all in. I'm glad that you can appreciate the beauty around you and I hope this new exhibit is a hit!
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