2010-09-27, 01:48 AM
KajitiSouls Wrote:(Your meaning on "ability" is vague.) My animation teacher has once told me that creating art is like learning how to read and write: people won't be able to do it well the first time. I remember the times when I would see my own scrawling doodles on the refridgerator (lol), and now I look at my present-day pictures, and I see quite a huge difference. Instead of stick figures, I see actual flesh and meat critters. The difference between art and language however is that language is a necessity.
I have no idea if artistic ability can degrade, since I haven't exactly practiced hardcore artistry, but I do know that if you don't do math for a while, you'll just forget a lot of the stuff. Same deal with language, as I've tried learning Japanese just to get past the high school requirements, and just about the only things I remember now are "yes", "no", "cute", "good morning", etc.
ones creativity will die and rot if left to do so, but it will age and decay no matter what. the ability to recollect memories and draw inspirations will wither and fade as the mind ages. it is just a part of being human. if you actively use your artistic talents and do not overexert yourself doing so, finding the right balance of work and play, you'll be able to help extend both your artistic and normal-state mindset. its the difference between being a self-reliant man/woman in your 70's, or being in a nursing home in your 60's.