To an artist balance is arranging elements so that no one part of a work overpowers, or seems heavier than any other part.
Why would this be important in art and life?
When a part of a piece - or our lives - overpowers the rest we tend to miss out on the beauty that surrounds it/us. And that is a sad situation - one no one is happy in.
The laws of physics come into play - for every action there is a equal and opposite reaction. If there is an excess in one area there will be a deficit in another area.
If we are too busy working we miss out on possible relationships with people. We miss a sunset. We miss the voices of our children at play. If we are too busy playing we miss out on the rewards of meaningful work - income, purpose and growth.
A balanced piece of art or life provides the most fulfillment and joy! Think of a see-saw, imagine an elephant on one side and a mouse on the other. Both are stuck - one on the ground, the other in the air. Both are not enjoying the experience of the see-saw to the fullest.
Balance is key to getting the most out of life.
Making the everyday a masterpiece through the principles and elements of art.
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