Behind Quote by Aaron Ruell
“The mindset that I have on every project I take on is, 'How do I make this interesting enough for me to want to stop and look at it?' So in that regard, what I do behind the camera, whether it's still or motion picture, is the same.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Creative Process Discussion, 2023
The speaker seeks personal intrigue in every project, treating it as a puzzle to engage with rather than a chore.
In simple terms: Find projects interesting to stay motivated.
Key Takeaway
Make work engaging for yourself.
Themes
creativity
motivation
focus
Mood
enthusiastic
focused
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- photography
- filmmaking
- product development
- teaching
- writing
Key Concepts
intrinsic motivation
curiosity
design thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- What can you change to make a dull task intriguing?
- How does curiosity drive quality?
A Different Perspective
If the work never feels interesting, motivation may still wane.
