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Gave up Quote by David Hockney

“I think we seem to remember things in still pictures. I never gave up on painting. When they said painting was dead, I just thought, Well, that's all about photography, and photography's not that interesting, and it's changing anyway.” quote by David Hockney
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“I think we seem to remember things in still pictures. I never gave up on painting. When they said painting was dead, I just thought, Well, that's all about photography, and photography's not that interesting, and it's changing anyway.”

David Hockney

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Art of Persistence, David Hockney, 2015

Art persists by adapting to new media while retaining core creative vision.

In simple terms: Art evolves, but the drive to create stays.

Key Takeaway

Embrace new tools without abandoning your vision.

Themes

art creativity adaptation technology vision

Mood

optimistic reflective inspired

Type

advice philosophical

When to use this quote

  • painting
  • photography
  • digital media
  • creative projects

Key Concepts

visual arts innovation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you stay creative amid changing tech?
  • What role does tradition play in your work?
A Different Perspective

It may underplay economic pressures that limit artistic experimentation.

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