One reason people have been so ready to believe that Carroll's Alice stories were LSD-inspired may be the even deeper popular misconception that in order to be a truly great artist one must be crazy, or at least a little neurotic. Of course, if someone wishes to believe that being mentally confused and depressed defines their artistic health that is their personal right.
Creative imagination is what brings added life and meaning to the routines of everyday living.
Our culture is mostly made up of what was once only the dreams of artists. Paste into or write your essay in the box below. All Rights Reserved Click here for permission to reprint. The famous 19th century painter, Vincent van Gogh, who cut off his own ear is sometimes cited in support of the belief that one must suffer in order to be a great artist. Mr. van Gogh was a tortured soul whose paintings were expressive of his anguish.