The men resent a woman getting any honour in what they consider is essentially their field. Men painters mostly despise women painters. So I have decided to stop squirming, to throw any honour in with Canada and women.
Emily CarrRead
Art is art, nature is nature, you cannot improve upon it.... Pictures should be inspired by nature, but made in the soul of the artist. It is the soul of the individual that counts.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Art reflects nature but should be a personal expression of the artist's inner self.
This quote emphasizes the belief that while nature is a perfect template for artistic inspiration, true artistry comes from the personal experiences and emotions of the artist. It suggests that the essence of art lies in the unique perspective and feeling that an artist brings to their work, rather than merely replicating nature.
Themes
ArtNatureSoulExpressionArtist
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about creativity at a local art center.
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