I get out my work and have a show for myself before I have…
“I get out my work and have a show for myself before I have it publicly. I make up my own mind about it-how good or bad or indifferent it is. After that, the critics can write what they please. I have already settled it for myself so flattery and criticism go down the same drain and I am quite free.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
She evaluates her own work before seeking external opinions, rendering criticism irrelevant to her self‑assessment.
In simple terms: Self‑approval before public judgment.
Key Takeaway
Trust your own judgment first.
Themes
self‑reliance
artistic integrity
criticism
confidence
Mood
confident
reflective
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- gallery openings
- personal projects
- creative process
- public exhibition
- feedback handling
Key Concepts
self‑assessment
inner validation
mental resilience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pre‑emptive self‑approval affect your creative risk‑taking?
- Can you separate personal satisfaction from professional success?
A Different Perspective
External opinions may still influence future opportunities despite personal freedom.