Artist mentality ~essential questions

An artist is the type of person that is different. They look different, act different, and are almost 100% against conformity.
The artist works non-stop to get the a message out, that message may not be clear, but that is their ultimate goal.

Artists work in different ways to create art that will spread their message, but first, they must think of what they want to convey onto their audience. For example, a message that I really enjoy working with is Materialism. I feel that it is one of those things that people see all the time, but never give it a second thought. Trying to show people what is happening around them, and giving them the possibility of hope is what really makes me want to create beautiful pieces of art that people will not only like, but hopefully see my message.

There are a variety of techniques an artist can use to share their message and engage the viewer. One is to straight up just show what their message is in a clear piece of artwork, making it easy for the viewer to know what the artist is saying. I feel this may not be as fun for the artist or viewer, but is certainly easier.
Another way is to make an image that will really draw the viewers eye, a "hook". The painting may not be 100% about the message, but there would be bits and pieces of the message or story the artist is trying to show to you that will make the viewer really think of what the artists intent is. To me, that is much more fun!

This is what I think an artist should keep in mind before starting his or her piece. But then again I could be wrong, I am a junior of course.