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Inspirational Quote by Brian Eno

“Try to make things that can become better in other people’s minds than they were in yours.” quote by Brian Eno
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“Try to make things that can become better in other people’s minds than they were in yours.”

Brian Eno

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Future of Music, Brian Eno, 2015

Create works that improve in others’ perception, surpassing the creator’s original intent, encouraging collaborative evolution of ideas.

In simple terms: Make art that others see as better than you do.

Key Takeaway

Design for collaborative improvement.

Themes

creativity collaboration art

Mood

inspirational reflective creative

Type

philosophical practical

When to use this quote

  • music production
  • visual art
  • product design

Key Concepts

user experience design thinking

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you invite others to reinterpret your work?
  • What safeguards protect original intent?
A Different Perspective

Creators may lose control over final meaning.

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