I am a graphic artist heart and soul, though I find the term 'artist' rather embarrassing.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker identifies deeply as a graphic artist but finds the broader term artist embarrassing.
- In plain terms
- I am a graphic artist but feel bad calling myself just an artist.
- What can you take from it?
- Specific titles may feel more accurate than general ones.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What title fits you best?
- Why does the label embarrass you?
Another view
The term artist is widely used and accepted for graphic artists.
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