Childhood precursors of women's artistic eminence

Author(s): Walberg, H.

Journal/Book: J Creative Behav. 1995; 29: 1050 Union Rd, Buffalo, NY 14224. Creative Educ Foundation Inc. 269-282.

Abstract: This paper describes the traits and life experiences that appear to have influenced the success of 21 eminent women in the visual arts. Key familial, school and social childhood conditions provided support and encouragement during the childhoods of women who became outstanding artists. As children, artists were creative, versatile, vital, energetic, sensitive, and found joy in their work. Corroborating previous findings, early achievement predicted later accomplishments. As in the lives of eminent authors, musicians, philosophers, and other illustrious groups, early intensive concentration in one's field of accomplishment, often to the near exclusion of other activities, is associated with high levels of accomplishment.

Note: Article WE Stariha, Univ Illinois, 522 N Euclid Ave, Oak Pk, IL 60302 USA

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