Painting is not my art.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- He rejects the label of painter, implying his work transcends specific mediums.
- In plain terms
- He does not consider himself just a painter.
- What can you take from it?
- Identify beyond specific titles or roles.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What labels do you accept?
- Who are you beyond your job?
Another view
Mediums often define how work is categorized.
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