Art Quote by Antony Sher
““This is a familiar syndrome. There is a stage with every drawing or painting when it looks banal and clumsy. It's worth pushing through that, working through the cliché to find out what made it a cliché in the first place.””
About This Quote
Artists often feel their work is cliché, but examining why reveals deeper insight and originality.
In simple terms: Clichés can be a stepping stone to originality.
Key Takeaway
Analyze clichés to discover fresh ideas.
Themes
creativity
self‑critique
artistic process
Mood
reflective
inspired
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- painting
- writing
- design
- music composition
Key Concepts
aesthetics
innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- When is it worth persisting with a piece?
- How can you transform a cliché into something unique?
A Different Perspective
The quote may discourage abandoning a work that feels cliché, limiting experimentation.
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