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Avoiding Quote by Damien Hirst

“I've spent a long time avoiding painting and dealing with it from a distance. But as I get older, I'm more comfortable with it.” quote by Damien Hirst
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“I've spent a long time avoiding painting and dealing with it from a distance. But as I get older, I'm more comfortable with it.”

Damien Hirst

About This Quote

Source Interview: Art and Aging, 2019

Avoiding art creation fades with age, but confronting it leads to comfort and growth.

In simple terms: Face art, grow.

Key Takeaway

Embrace creative work.

Themes

art growth self‑acceptance

Mood

introspective hopeful

Type

reflective inspirational

When to use this quote

  • personal studio work
  • public exhibitions
  • art therapy

Key Concepts

Psychology of creativity aging

Questions to Reflect On

  • What holds you back from creating?
  • How does age change your artistic voice?
A Different Perspective

Fear of failure may linger.

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