It's not a matter of painting life, it's a matter of giving life to painting.
Pierre BonnardRead
I am just beginning to understand what it is to paint. A painter should have two lives, one in which to learn, and one in which to practice his art.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of both learning and practicing in the journey of becoming an artist.
Pierre Bonnard highlights that an artist's growth involves two distinct phases: the first is dedicated to learning and understanding the craft, while the second focuses on the actual practice of creating art. This duality suggests that mastery in art requires time spent both studying and engaging in the act of painting.
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ArtPaintingPracticeLearningGrowth
In practice
Example use cases
This quote is perfect for an art class discussion about the process of artistic development.
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