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I lived with them in my studio in New York. And of course…

“I lived with them in my studio in New York. And of course if I were doing that book today or even ten years, fifteen years later, I would have gone to where the wild ducks were and where I could study them - I would have gone to the country somewhere.” quote by Robert McCloskey
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“I lived with them in my studio in New York. And of course if I were doing that book today or even ten years, fifteen years later, I would have gone to where the wild ducks were and where I could study them - I would have gone to the country somewhere.”

Robert McCloskey

About This Quote

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

The author reflects on preferring natural, rural settings for inspiration over urban studios.

In simple terms: He would choose the countryside to study wild ducks.

Key Takeaway

Seek environments that spark creativity.

Themes

creativity nature inspiration

Mood

reflective nostalgic

Type

personal artistic

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • painting
  • photography
  • field research

Key Concepts

environmental influence artistic process

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does environment shape your work?
  • What would you trade for a more inspiring setting?
A Different Perspective

Urban settings may limit sensory richness.

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