My whole life has been nothing more than a continuous struggle against Reaction and the death of art.
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An artist must forget painting when he paints. That's the only way he will do original work.
Interpretation
What this quote means
To create original art, an artist must immerse themselves in the process and forget outside influences.
This quote by Pablo Picasso emphasizes the importance of being present and fully engaged in the act of creation. When an artist paints, they should allow their instincts and emotions to guide them rather than overthinking or adhering to preconceived notions of what art should be. By forgetting about the act of painting itself, the artist can tap into their true creativity and produce work that is genuine and original.
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ArtCreativityOriginalityPaintingProcess
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can inspire aspiring artists to trust their instincts while creating.
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