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What does it mean?
The artist seeks to convey ideals that feel pure and aesthetically perfect.
In plain terms
I aim to show things that are beautiful and honest.
What can you take from it?
Focus on expressing what feels true and beautiful to you.

Where it applies

  • creative work
  • personal goals
  • design

Putting it to work

  • define your ideals
  • share your vision
  • seek purity

Questions to consider

  • What feels pure to you?
  • How do you express beauty?

Another view

Purity is subjective and hard to achieve.

More from M. C. Escher

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