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In drawing, I often think of things as flying buttresses.

“In drawing, I often think of things as flying buttresses.” quote by Kiki Smith
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“In drawing, I often think of things as flying buttresses.”

Kiki Smith

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She likens artistic elements to architectural supports that lift and shape the composition.

In simple terms: Art can be structural like a flying buttress.

Key Takeaway

Use structural metaphors to guide design.

Themes

creativity architecture visual art

Mood

inspired thoughtful

Type

artistic metaphorical

When to use this quote

  • sculpture
  • painting
  • public installations
  • design workshops

Key Concepts

metaphor support composition

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does this metaphor influence your creative process?
  • Can structural ideas improve visual storytelling?
A Different Perspective

May overlook functional aspects in favor of metaphor.

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