Artist Quote by Cecily Brown
“Often, I find it really hard to see what I'm doing when I'm in the thick of things. I can get too precious and have to force myself to put my paintings aside. There's a wall in my studio where I hang paintings that I think are done or nearly done. Over time, I'll realise which ones are working and which aren't.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Talk with Cecily Brown, 2019
Artists often struggle to assess their work objectively while immersed, requiring distance to discern quality.
In simple terms: Distance helps evaluate art.
Key Takeaway
Step back to judge work.
Themes
self‑critique
creative process
patience
Mood
contemplative
inquisitive
Type
creative
process‑oriented
When to use this quote
- studio practice
- exhibition preparation
- personal growth
Key Concepts
artistic judgment
creative blocks
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know when a piece is finished?
- What strategies create productive distance?
A Different Perspective
Too much distance can stall progress.
