Read the full article which is published on Philosophy Bits (external link)The artist is someone who notices. In a world that often appears to offer nothing new, the artist sees something that stands out. This special piece of reality has escaped the attention of others, but the artist sees value in it.
Having discovered value, the artist feels deeply that it must be shared and seen. The beauty of the thing remaining forever unnoticed by others would be too painful for the artist to bear. The artist understands that keeping this gem private would not be to gain something but to suffer a terrible loss.
The beauty that is presently secret calls out to be shared. If it is not shared, it will eat away at the artist, diminishing their ability to function and eventually consuming their entire life. The only way to prevent this terrible outcome is to give the secret away.
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