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Yes, there are many ways of being gifted; Domains include academic/intellectual, creative, artistic, leadership, physical/athletic. On these forums we talk primarily about academic/intellectual giftedness, but all are welcome to discuss any gifted issue.
I dont always feel like I'm gifted.
Hmm... what do you believe feeling gifted is?
- Effortlessness; Work/Learning/Accomplishments coming easily?
- Competitive advantage; Observing that artwork is generally better than that of others?
- Acknowledgement; Winning a number of art shows, contests, and competitions?
A paradox is that many gifted individuals are internally motivated and therefore not too interested in external rewards or acknowledgement. Nonetheless, we all need or benefit from acceptance, affirmation, validation.
A common misconception is that gifted is the same as prodigy, but most gifted individuals must work to hone their gifts and talents into noteworthy skills. It appears that your teacher has given you some great tips on your strengths, next steps, and a possible area of focus. Based on your post, you might experiment with a variety of media from watercolor to acrylic to oil, and a variety of landscape themes and painting styles including realistic, fictitious, historical representations, large murals, tiny miniatures, plein air painting, a study of a local landmark in different lighting conditions and different seasons, impressionistic... these are just a few ideas.
Another thought is that many gifted people suffer a degree of imposter syndrome. Here is a link to an
article about a book on imposter syndrome.
Enjoy your gifts and talents, and enjoy developing them.
