These paintings are the work of
16-year-old Dimitra Milan, who started painting just 4 years ago.
Daughter to two artists, Milan was exposed to art from a young age, and
even chose to be homeschooled so that she could dedicate more time to
her training. Now an early high-school graduate and professional
painter, Milan shared some of her thoughts about her parents:
“My parents have given me a lot of
advice about painting and the creative process,” Milan told Bored Panda.
“They have taught me a work ethic, and about my identity as an artist.
They taught me to be defined from the inside, not the outside. That I
find my identity in God, and not what the world or people think about
me. I know that beauty starts from within, before it manifests where it
can be seen. Concerning the creative process, they have taught me that
hitting a wall is a natural part of growth as an artist. When you get
stuck or frustrated you take risks and push through until you
breakthrough the wall, and find a new discovery. This has helped me get
out of my comfort zone and increase my skills rapidly.”
Read the rest of our interview with Dimitra after the pictures!
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