Artistic Quote by James Ivory
“I always assume that nothing that I make is going to be a success, that everything I make is going to be a failure - not a failure but not some huge box- office success. If something is an artistic success, I'll be happy, but I'll maybe be the only person that's happy.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of Filmmaking, James Ivory, 2015
He expects his work to fail commercially, finding fulfillment only in artistic merit, even if he is the sole appreciative audience.
In simple terms: He values artistic success over commercial success.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize artistic integrity over market expectations.
Themes
art
success
failure
creativity
expectation
Mood
introspective
thoughtful
Type
creative
motivational
When to use this quote
- Film production
- creative writing
- personal projects
Key Concepts
Artistic integrity
personal fulfillment
risk tolerance
Questions to Reflect On
- What does artistic success mean to you?
- How do you balance personal satisfaction with external validation?
A Different Perspective
Commercial success can provide resources for future art.
