“The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance.” – Aristotle Drawing from a foundation in Japanese Art studies honored with the MacKenzie Art Prize, these writings explore the creative world through both scholarly insight and intimate encounters. From gallery openings to studio visits, from conversations with emerging artists to examinations of masters past, each piece seeks to capture the passion, struggle, and inspiration that fuel artistic expression. These stories reveal not only the creative process itself but the human experiences that breathe life into canvas, sculpture, and performance. Follow Jim Luce on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and X (Twitter). © 2024 The Stewardship Report on Connecting Goodness – Towards Global Citizenship is published by The James Jay Dudley Luce Foundation Supporting & Educating Young Global Leaders is affiliated with Orphans International Worldwide, Raising Global Citizens. If supporting youth is important to you, subscribe to J. Luce Foundation updates here.