Drawing is the honesty of the art. There is no possibility of cheating. It is either good or bad.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Dali values drawing as a truthful medium where results are clear and cannot be faked.
- In plain terms
- Drawing shows the truth because you can cheat hide your skill level.
- What can you take from it?
- Practice honest mediums like drawing.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes art honest?
- Is drawing the most truthful form?
Another view
Other art forms also require skill and honesty.
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