Art Quote by Frankie Cosmos
“If I had to pick an artist that I look up to and am inspired by, it's Matisse because of how many times he would paint the same idea until he felt like he maybe got it right, and I try to do the same thing with my writing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast with Frankie Cosmos, 2023
Persistence in creative work involves repeatedly refining an idea until it feels right, applying that discipline to other crafts.
In simple terms: Keep refining until it feels right.
Embrace iteration in all pursuits.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing
- visual art
- music composition
- design projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you introduce fresh angles while iterating?
- When is it time to move on?
Repeated attempts may lead to diminishing returns without new perspectives.