We said it before, life was meant to be enjoyed! We were not put on this earth by a capricious God to live miserable lives. We choose the type of life we live. Why would we choose to live any other life than one that brings us joy and love and fun? It is fun to be an artist! The joy that art brings makes us smile and, as Bill says, "makes a nicer face." Wouldn't you rather … [Read more...]
“Art can be a joy!”
Bill couldn't give enough to his students...his fans. Ironic, isn't it, that a person who gave us so to so much throughout his career felt that he still had more to give. Bill loved art so much and he was so appreciative of the millions of fans who supported him that he, realizing time was running out for him, desperately wanted to give us even more. … [Read more...]
You hurt no one!
Bill believed that through art we could overcome any obstacle and become better human beings. For someone who had gone through the experiences he had, it was really important to Bill that whatever he did was empowering and hurt no one...not his fellow human...not mother nature...no one! We love Bill for that! … [Read more...]
“Isn’t it wonderful to live like that?”
My martial arts teacher, many years ago, told me that life was meant to be enjoyed. Bill discovered that, through art, he could live life to the fullest. Sometimes he had money, sometimes he didn't; but he never stopped loving what he did. He always saw the positive side of life and encouraged his students to see it too! … [Read more...]
Discovering something new
There is nothing like the joy of creating and discovering something new. -- Bill Alexander Bill loved "Mother Nature" and he loved being outdoors. Whether he was fishing or just out walking through the forests and hills near his home, Bill was always observing. Whether it was the way the sun splashed across a tree trunk or water rippling from a jumping trout, Bill … [Read more...]
You did good, Bill!
Bill's greatest aspiration was to be a good teacher to his students. Bill's autobiography recounts that he resisted teaching at first. He was afraid his thick German accent would put people off. But his consummate skill and his compassion and love for his students overcame those concerns as those who learned from him know. Yes, Bill, you did good! … [Read more...]
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