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What does it mean?
Professionals sometimes try to match the charm of amateurs.
In plain terms
Pros want to be as charming as amateurs.
What can you take from it?
Natural charm often beats perfection.

Where it applies

  • art reviews
  • creative teams
  • critique

Putting it to work

  • value authenticity
  • avoid over-polish
  • encourage amateurs

Questions to consider

  • Is perfection bad?
  • What is real charm?

Another view

Amateurism is not always superior.

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