Anatole France wrote,
"In art, as in love,
instinct is enough."
I am not sure that instinct or intuition is sufficient to stand alone.
Many people have gifted, untutored talents.
Should they be left raw and unmoulded,
or should they be shaped and manipulated until they conform?
How does one follow one's instinct or intuition in art or craft
without a skill base?
And in acquiring this skill base,
how does one stay true to one's heart?