If you make art, people will talk about it. Some of the…
““If you make art, people will talk about it. Some of the things they say will be nice, some won’t. You’ll already have made that art, and when they’re talking about the last thing you did, you should already be making the next thing. If bad reviews (of whatever kind) upset you, just don’t read them. It’s not like you’ve signed an agreement with the person buying the book to exchange your book for their opinion. Do whatever you have to do to keep making art. I know people who love bad reviews, because it means they’ve made something happen and made people talk; I know people who have never read any of their reviews. It’s their call. You get on with making art.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Creating art is a continuous process; criticism is inevitable but should not halt production.
In simple terms: Keep making art despite reviews.
Key Takeaway
Focus on creation, not approval.
Themes
creativity
resilience
criticism
productivity
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
motivational
When to use this quote
- writing
- visual art
- music
- performance
- publishing
Key Concepts
artist mindset
feedback loop
self‑discipline
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you stay motivated when faced with harsh feedback?
- What strategies help you separate opinion from self‑worth?
A Different Perspective
If you stop creating, you lose momentum and relevance.