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“I regard it as a waste of time to think only of selling: one forgets one's art and exaggerates one's value.” quote by Camille Pissarro
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“I regard it as a waste of time to think only of selling: one forgets one's art and exaggerates one's value.”

Camille Pissarro

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.

Key Takeaway

Prioritize artistic creation over profit.

Themes

art integrity value perception

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • gallery shows
  • artist residencies
  • pricing strategies

Key Concepts

commercialism authenticity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can artists balance art and income?
  • What values guide your creative work?
A Different Perspective

May ignore financial realities.

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