Creativity

I'm always inspired by this clip about our divine ability to create.  Even if we don't consider ourselves to be artistic, as President Uchtdorf says, we can all create in some way.  We can all contribute something to make life even more beautiful.

As I was reflecting on this recently, I came to realise that although we can create, we are somewhat limited in this.  Think of some of the greatest artistic masterpieces you've seen.  Chances are they are based on someone else's genius - that of the Great Creator.  For example, someone may create a beautiful painting of a field of flowers.  No matter how well the detail of each petal is captured, its true beauty comes from the original creation of our Maker.  

The same can be said for portraits, landscapes, and many sculptures and figures.  Even abstract art is often revered for the familiar things which it portrays.  When a piece of art does not reflect a familiar shape or pattern, it is often rejected by many as "nothing" or "pointless".  Being imperfect and inexperienced, we are limited largely to creating something based on the beauty that is already around us.

While we should still continue to develop the qualities we have inherited from our Heavenly Father, we can also be humble as we recognise and be inspired by Him as the Great Creative Being, and admire the 'art' he has created all around us in this beautiful world.