Art Quote by Camille Pissarro
“I regard it as a waste of time to think only of selling: one forgets one's art and exaggerates one's value.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Art Manifesto, 1885
Criticizes focusing solely on sales, which distracts from artistic integrity and value.
In simple terms: Selling only harms art.
Prioritize artistic creation over profit.
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When to use this quote
- gallery shows
- artist residencies
- pricing strategies
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists balance art and income?
- What values guide your creative work?
May ignore financial realities.