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What does it mean?
The speaker prefers natural curves found in nature and bodies over rigid man-made straight lines.
In plain terms
I prefer natural curves over rigid straight lines.
What can you take from it?
Draw inspiration from natural curves instead of rigid lines.

Where it applies

  • design inspiration
  • style choice
  • nature observation

Putting it to work

  • sketch natural forms
  • avoid rigid lines

Questions to consider

  • What shapes inspire you?
  • Why prefer curves over lines?

Another view

Straight lines are necessary for some structural and practical needs.

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