Available Quote by Frank Gehry
“There's a drive in us to express ourselves in some way or form. We pick up whatever material is available. It's primitive. Kids see sand on the beach, build something and show their parents: "Look what I did, Mama." It's necessary to us.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Interview with Frank Gehry, 2014
Humans have an innate urge to create using whatever resources they have, expressing identity and need.
In simple terms: People naturally make things from what they find.
Key Takeaway
Embrace your materials and create.
Themes
creativity
expression
human nature
Mood
playful
reflective
Type
inspirational
observational
When to use this quote
- children building sandcastles
- DIY home projects
- community murals
- improvisational art
Key Concepts
psychology of play
material culture
innate drive
Questions to Reflect On
- What simple material could you transform today?
- How does creating affect your sense of self?
A Different Perspective
The urge may be stifled by lack of time or fear of judgment.
