EVERYONE IS BORN AN ARTIST We are born with a natural ability to draw what we see but must acquire the knowledge to write. Letters are the drawings of sounds, just like musical notes. Drawing is the foundation upon which all academic studies are built. Without drawing there would be no writing, hence no academic studies. Art (drawing) is the equalizing knowledge (language) that allows everyone, without exception, to communicate, exchange ideas, educate ourselves and our children. Knowledge of philosophy combined with an art education increases our ability to support ourselves while pursuing other forms of education. When I arrived in the US I was able to communicate, learn English, support and educate myself by drawing and creating works of art. This experience led me to the following conclusions: Philosophy and drawing are the most important of all the forms of education. Philosophy organizes our thinking.
Drawing hones our ability to observe a necessary skill that allows us to learn, communicate, create, improve our economic situation and pursue other forms of education.
Art education elevates the self-esteem of individuals who may not perform well in athletics or academic studies. Art strengthens the parent/child bond by revealing their children’s interests and their visions.
RENE AT AGE 4 Daily exercises that my father assigned to me in order to improve my penmanship. I am the poster child that proves that if you can learn how to write and improve your penmanship through practice, you can learn how to draw what you see thought practice.
RETURN TO SQUARE ONE The Mental Flaw Floss forces the mind to go back to square one, clean the slate, and start anew; it is a simple idea that clearly demonstrates that anyone is capable of creating a work of art.
PHILANTHROPIC ICON The Mental Flaws Floss sculptures silently state that the owner bestowed a generous grant to help alleviate a the educational crisis.