Art Quote by Chuck Close
“In life you can be dealt a winning hand of cards and you can find a way to lose, and you can be dealt a losing hand and find a way to win. True in art and true in life: you pretty much make your own destiny. If you are by nature an optimistic person, which I am, that puts you in a better position to be lucky in life.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art magazine, 2015
Optimism shapes perception of outcomes; a positive mindset can turn setbacks into opportunities and vice‑versa.
In simple terms: Your attitude influences success.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate optimism to improve chances of success.
Themes
mindset
optimism
destiny
art
life
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- career challenges
- artistic projects
- personal setbacks
Key Concepts
psychology
self‑fulfilling prophecy
agency
Questions to Reflect On
- What habits reinforce an optimistic outlook?
- How does optimism affect creative risk‑taking?
A Different Perspective
Optimism alone cannot guarantee success without effort.
