Art Quote by Catherine Drinker Bowen
“Artists often think they are going to die before their time. They seem to possess a heightened sense of the passing of the hours.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Biography of Artists, Unknown, null
Artists feel an acute awareness of time slipping away, fearing premature death.
In simple terms: Artists fear dying before their time.
Cherish moments, create now.
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When to use this quote
- studio work
- personal reflection
- legacy planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists balance urgency with patience?
May this fear hinder artistic growth?