Paint Quote by Damian Loeb
“We're making so many images today and it's unbelievable. I shoot stuff all the time. I try to figure a lot out before I paint. I do a tremendous amount of shooting.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Basel, 2018
The artist relies heavily on extensive visual reference work before creating paintings, emphasizing the importance of observation.
In simple terms: Artists shoot many images before painting.
Key Takeaway
Invest time in gathering visual references.
Themes
creativity
process
observation
Mood
reflective
pragmatic
Type
process
inspirational
When to use this quote
- painting development
- conceptual planning
- studio work
Key Concepts
photography
visual research
Questions to Reflect On
- How many reference images are enough?
- When should you trust imagination over reference?
A Different Perspective
Over-reliance on references may limit imagination.
