Make it new!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The artist should strive for originality and innovation.
- In plain terms
- Make things new and different.
- What can you take from it?
- Strive for innovation and novelty in your work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Is making it new always better?
- Can innovation be harmful?
Another view
Constant novelty can sometimes detract from depth or tradition.
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