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“He picked up the sketchbook, turning it so she could see his work - a gorgeous rendition of a stone bridge they'd passed, surrounded by the drooping boughs of oak trees. "You could sketch me," said Emma. She flung herself down onto her seat, leaning her head on her hand. "Draw me like one of your…” quote by Cassandra Clare
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““He picked up the sketchbook, turning it so she could see his work - a gorgeous rendition of a stone bridge they'd passed, surrounded by the drooping boughs of oak trees. "You could sketch me," said Emma. She flung herself down onto her seat, leaning her head on her hand. "Draw me like one of your french girls,””

Cassandra Clare

About This Quote

Source Novel: The Mortal Instruments, Book 2, 2007

Emma invites a sketch, to draw her, echoing a famous artistic request, highlighting desire for idealized representation.

In simple terms: Emma wants to be drawn like a classic beauty.

Key Takeaway

Embrace how ways of seeing yourself.

Themes

art self‑image desire vulnerability creativity

Mood

playful intimate

Type

literary conversational

When to use this quote

  • dating
  • art class
  • self‑esteem workshops
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

idealization portraiture self‑expression

Questions to Reflect On

  • What image do you wish others to see?
  • How can you appreciate your authentic self?
A Different Perspective

Idealizing oneself can create unrealistic expectations.

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