Two Sides of the Canvas

- poem by IJWBAA

Fame shows two faces, both bright and dim—

One in the light, where dreams take wing,

The other veiled, soft and slim,

Hides quiet aches that praise can't bring.


One side shines with golden grace,

Adored by crowds, in songs it beams;

The other waits in a quiet place,

And wonders if fame fulfills its dreams.


For under glory, the soul’s fight lies—

To find true worth, beyond acclaim,

To rise above the fleeting highs,

And seek a voice untouched by fame.


True art lives where no one sees,

In joys and pains that beauty frees.


- IJWBAA, 09/30/2024


For me, this poem reflects my journey as an artist—balancing the recognition I’ve received with the quiet, personal side of my work. While I appreciate the acclaim and the way my art reaches people around the world, there’s always an inner part of me questioning if fame alone truly satisfies my creative spirit. In the end, I find my real success lies in creating art that speaks from within, beyond any external praise or validation.


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