My time in America has been both relieving and also inspiring. Many may say that I have just run away from my problems and that I flee from oppression. However, I have gone to these places to experience a new kind of life and also provide more creative opportunities for myself. This time of my restoration and renewal has been called my “classical” period. I also know that many of you think of me and some kind of clown, and I am fine to know that people may think of me in that kind of sense. However, I am appalled to hear that many of you think of me as greedy for money and I have been nicknamed “Avida Dollars.” I am confident to address my indicters, that it is not just to accuse of me of these farfetched allegations, and also that I did not move to the United States just to obtain money.
Anyway, back to my “classical” stage of painting! Since there has been so much chaos and turmoil that has taken place in Europe, I took the time to step out of the deranged environment to experience the birth of a fresh society, like the United States. When I came to this new land of America, I found myself of having been revived from the complacency of routine and habit. One of my paintings, Geopoliticus Child Watching the Birth of a New Man, is a prime example of my new, classical style of painting. This shows the inspiration I have obtained from the United States, and also symbolizes the change of attitude between the two continents.
Sources:
http://www.famouspainter.com/galleries/birth_of_the_new_man.htm
http://www.famouspainter.com/dali.htm
http://www.artelino.com/articles/salvador_dali.asp
Nice to meet ya Mr. Dali! An honor, it sure is! Your art is lovely, just grand. You and me both know how it feels to be a modern in these times. People just don’t understand. You know what it is? There all bunch of scared-cats. Sir, moving for a chance at more tin is no sin, God forbid. ‘Cause really, you’re just looking for folk who appreciate you and yours. Some proper love does wonders. Don’t be shamed for leaving those for something better. You see, I left my town in St. Louis cause I was trying to forget my childhood some. I was black and hated. I flew and not once looked back. I found a true home in my dear, dear Paris. I found life and love. Paris didn’t see something wrong cause my skin was black and I was wild. They loved me. And when I visited old America, I was put on trial and hurt by some mean things. It’s a shame that we went to opposite places to get that sweet love. Pal, I applaud you with my heart for coming above all of this and not letting it stop you.
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