Are Artists Mortal?

Published on: 13 Feb 2024

Within the realm of artistic creation, where imagination thrives and beauty takes shape, the questions pertaining to the artist’s mortality carries deep significance. Drawing inspirations from various artistic verses ranging from poems to sculptures and paintings, let us embark on a creative exploration to unleash the latent potential of artists and depict how their works transcend the boundaries of mortality. In the grand tapestry of life, artists emerge as enchanters of the human spirit. With their creative prowess, they weave captivating melodies, vibrant imagery, and profound emotions. Yet, behind their mortal forms lie an extraordinary power that transcends the limits of time and mortality and they are able to achieve omnipotence in the world of artistic creation with the help of their most significant weapon – a pen. Poets, armed with their pens as quills, inscribe eternal tales upon the pages of existence. Their verses capture transient moments, transforming them into everlasting truths. When we immerse ourselves in the enchanting verses of Tagore’s Gitanjali we see the spirits of these poets are reborn, forever residing within the hearts and minds of generations to come, again transcending the boundaries of mortality and resonating across ages, touching the deepest corners of our souls. Artists who wield brushes and colours possess the ability to freeze the essence of life onto canvases. Their strokes transform ordinary scenes into vibrant symphonies of light and shadow. The masterpieces crafted by genius like Leonardo da Vinci and Vincent van Gogh surpass the limitations of their mortal existence. With each brushstroke, these artists encapsulate their very essence, immortalizing their spirits within the realm of art. Their creations serve as eternal testaments.

Sculptors, too, have the remarkable ability to shape stone and clay, giving life to their creations. Take, for example, Michelangelo’s awe-inspiring masterpiece, David, which stands tall as a representation of human perfection. With their skilled chiselling and carving, sculptors infuse their works with a mystical vitality that goes beyond the limitations of the earthly realm. Through their sculptures, artists achieve a sense of immortality, leaving an everlasting impression on the world. An impression, which shapes young minds of every generation. In the enchanting world depicted in We Are the Music Makers, we discover comfort in knowing that artists possess an immortal essence. We visualize the power of their creations conferring them Godly manifestations, who create new worlds, simultaneously destroy pre-existing ones. Their creations surpass the limitations of mortality, serving as timeless inspiration for generations to come. Artists bridge the gap between the transient present and their everlasting legacy. Although the physical existence of artists may fade with time, they live on eternally through their artistic expressions. Their art stands as a timeless testament, ensuring that their presence remains vivid and enduring throughout the ages.

Maulik Prasad, Class 12 D