And so is he. He decided to take a course in calligraphy from Sister Corita Kent at Immaculate Heart College in the '60s. He discovered the kind of art he was looking for. He credits her with giving him the initial knowledge and desire to become an artist and for opening his eyes to the meaning of color and joy in living. Swanson believes the spiritual is everywhere in life.
Any image can be spiritual.
I find the circus is spiritual. It brings great joy and laughter. Clowns are spiritual. I think music is spiritual. People's lives are spiritual.