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I don't refer to myself as a sculptor, but I use the word…

“I don't refer to myself as a sculptor, but I use the word "visual artist." I prefer that, because that leaves the medium wide open because I've got ideas for film and video, things I haven't had the time yet to really fully explore, probably never will, but I want to be able to have that option…” quote by Michael C. McMillen
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“I don't refer to myself as a sculptor, but I use the word "visual artist." I prefer that, because that leaves the medium wide open because I've got ideas for film and video, things I haven't had the time yet to really fully explore, probably never will, but I want to be able to have that option open to kind of do that.”

Michael C. McMillen

About This Quote

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

He identifies as a visual artist to keep his practice open to multiple media, acknowledging constraints of time and resources.

In simple terms: He calls himself a visual artist to stay flexible.

Key Takeaway

Embrace interdisciplinary possibilities.

Themes

identity flexibility medium creativity constraints

Mood

inquisitive hopeful

Type

artistic inspirational

When to use this quote

  • film projects
  • video work
  • exploring new media
  • time management

Key Concepts

interdisciplinary art artist identity creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • What medium could you experiment with now?
  • How does labeling affect your creative freedom?
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Limited time may prevent full exploration of ideas.

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