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Art is what we call...the thing an artist does. It's not the medium or the oil or the price or whether it hangs on a wall or you eat it. What matters, what makes it art, is that the person who made it overcame the resistance, ignored the voice of doubt and made something worth making. Something risky. Something human. Art is not in the ...eye of the beholder. It's in the soul of the artist.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Art is defined by the artist's willingness to create despite challenges and doubts.
This quote emphasizes that true art is not just about the materials used or the price, but rather the emotional and personal journey of the artist. It highlights the importance of overcoming inner resistance and doubt to create meaningful work that resonates on a human level, asserting that the essence of art lies in the soul of the creator rather than the perception of the viewer.
Themes
ArtArtistCreationCreativitySoulResistance
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about pursuing artistic endeavors despite challenges.
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