So Thankfully The Art Of Imagination Has Not Been Lost.
Is the title of a series of writings (in draft as at summer 2025) by Xanthe Kershaw-Adams.
The preface of each reads:-
“Imagination is about creation. Not stifled but free and drawn from experience and observation. And soul.“
Xanthe expands on the components of the phrase:-
“Imagination is about creation.”
This establishes imagination as a fundamental aspect of creativity, the ability to bring something new into existence.
“Not stifled but free…”
This points to the importance of a lack of constraints in the imaginative process. Imagination should not be limited by rules or expectations, but rather allowed to roam and explore freely.
“…and drawn from experience and observation.”
This highlights the role of lived experience and careful attention to the world around us in shaping and fueling imagination. It suggests that imagination is not random, but rather draws inspiration from what is seen and felt.
“And soul.”
This adds a layer of depth, suggesting that imagination is not just a mental faculty, but also a deeply personal and spiritual one, connected to one’s core identity and values.
