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“Making a cartoon occupied usually about three full days, two spent in labour and one in removing the appearance of labour.” quote by David Low
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“Making a cartoon occupied usually about three full days, two spent in labour and one in removing the appearance of labour.”

David Low

About This Quote

Source Interview: Cartoon Creation Process, 2015

Cartoon production involves intensive work and later smoothing out visible effort.

In simple terms: Making cartoons is hard work, then polishing it.

Key Takeaway

Embrace both effort and refinement.

Themes

creativity craftsmanship process

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

artistic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • animation studios
  • graphic design
  • advertising
  • personal art

Key Concepts

artistic technique visual storytelling

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does visible effort affect audience perception?
  • When is raw work more authentic?
A Different Perspective

Polishing may hide the value of labor.

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