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“As you work, the mood grows on you. There are certain images which suddenly get hold of me and I really want to do them. But it's true to say that the excitement and possibilities are in the working and obviously can only come in the working.” quote by Francis Bacon
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“As you work, the mood grows on you. There are certain images which suddenly get hold of me and I really want to do them. But it's true to say that the excitement and possibilities are in the working and obviously can only come in the working.”

Francis Bacon

About This Quote

Creative work fuels inspiration; images and ideas arise while engaged in the process.

In simple terms: Work sparks ideas and excitement.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the process to unlock inspiration.

Themes

creativity inspiration process

Mood

enthusiastic reflective

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • painting
  • design
  • problem solving

Key Concepts

artistic drive flow state

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your environment influence your ideas?
  • Can you capture a fleeting image before it fades?
A Different Perspective

Inspiration may also come from rest, not only work.

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