Each time I undertake to paint a picture I have a…
“Each time I undertake to paint a picture I have a sensation of leaping into space. I never know whether I shall fall on my feet. It is only later that I begin to estimate more exactly the the effect of my work.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Describes the uncertainty and exhilaration of creating art, likening it to a leap into the unknown.
In simple terms: Art is a daring, uncertain leap.
Embrace risk in creative work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- studio work
- gallery openings
- personal projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What risks have you avoided?
- How does uncertainty fuel creativity?
Success is not guaranteed; fear of failure persists.