My mother was a life-long curator of refrigerator art. Her entire life there was some drawing, some article, and some photo that highlighted her children, grandchildren, grandnieces and grandnephews. As anyone fortunate enough to be raised in a home that appreciates fine refrigerator art, one knows what a priceless collection it is.What makes a work of art great?
I think in part it’s the name and reputation of the artist. Even more, I think it’s the feelings and emotions the artwork stirs in the eye of the beholder. Often no one else will “get it” or be moved by it, yet, the curator of the collection knows the story and the talent behind the work which is a major reason why the artwork, and the artist, is so cherished.
Of course, all that holds true for refrigerator art and artist.
For anyone who has ever had a drawing, the popular stick-figure family portrait, a glue-paper-tape creation, a colored picture, or a magnet made from popsicle sticks prominently displayed on the refrigerator of a parent or grandparent one knows their artwork, and more importantly, their very self is held in highest esteem.
My mother never visited the Louvre and she never toured the Metropolitan Museum of Art. She did, however, in tewrms of appreciation and care and love of the artist create and maintain a gallery just as impressive.
Very touching. Your mom knew the value of really important things in life. She was, in fact, a curator of fine art. I can't think of many creative works that move me like a child's. Thanks for this nice post and thanks for a terrific reminder. There is a little person in my life who used to create refrigerator art who doesn't now and I wonder why not.... Good thought. Must investigate. Thanks.
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