Art Quote by Bill Watterson
“If you give a little credit to the concept of the artist, I think you ought to indulge excesses a bit, because that reflects the personality of the writer. Now if a joke is in bad taste or it's not funny, okay, that's awhole different thing, but how you craft a joke is really what the writer's job is, and I don't think that technique should be subject to any editorial constraints.”
About This Quote
Artistic freedom permits excess and personal style, but technical execution remains essential and should not be censored.
In simple terms: Freedom with craft
Key Takeaway
Excess is okay, technique is not
Themes
artistic liberty
craftsmanship
editorial ethics
Mood
playful
defensive
Type
opinion
manifesto
When to use this quote
- comic creation
- creative writing
- performance art
Key Concepts
artist
excess
technique
Practical Applications
- comic strip development
- workshop teaching
Questions to Reflect On
- Where should editorial limits draw the line?
- How does excess serve artistic intent?
