It is the heart of man that I am trying to imply in this work.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The work aims to convey human emotion and inner life.
- In plain terms
- I am trying to show the human heart.
- What can you take from it?
- Focus on human emotion in art.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What do you express?
- How do you connect?
Another view
Intent does not guarantee emotional impact.
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