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“I'm inspired by looking at art, by looking at precedent. Looking is what you have to do if you want to make things, so you develop a critical eye.” quote by Annabelle Selldorf
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“I'm inspired by looking at art, by looking at precedent. Looking is what you have to do if you want to make things, so you develop a critical eye.”

Annabelle Selldorf

About This Quote

Source Interview: Architectural Design Podcast, 2020

Observing art and precedent sharpens perception, essential for creation.

In simple terms: Seeing art builds a critical eye for making things.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate observation to improve design.

Themes

creativity observation design

Mood

inspired reflective

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • architectural planning
  • art education
  • creative brainstorming

Key Concepts

critical thinking visual literacy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does studying past works influence your own style?
  • What habits help develop a critical eye?
A Different Perspective

Observation alone doesn't guarantee innovation without practice.

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