In painting as in eloquence, the greater your strength, the quieter your manner.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- In art and speech, greater strength is shown through a quieter manner.
- In plain terms
- Strong people and art are quiet.
- What can you take from it?
- Trust your strength to speak without noise.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Does your work need more volume?
- Is quietness a sign of strength?
Another view
Sometimes boldness is necessary to gain attention.
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