Accident Quote by Edgar Degas
“One must do the same subject over again ten times, a hundred times. In art nothing must resemble an accident, not even movement.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art philosophy, 1880s
Repetition refines skill; true art is deliberate, never accidental.
In simple terms: Practice repeatedly to master.
Embrace disciplined practice.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- painting studios
- music rehearsals
- dance practice
- writing workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When does repetition become rote?
- How can spontaneity coexist with discipline?
Over‑reliance on repetition can stifle spontaneity.