Always working Quote by Joan Miro
“I work like a labourer on a farm or in a vineyard. Things come to me slowly. My vocabulary of forms, for instance, has not been the discovery of a day. It took shape in spite of myself... That is why I am always working on a hundred different things at the same time.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Conversation with Joan Miró, 1970s
He describes his artistic process as gradual, laborious, and multi‑tasked, likening it to farm work where growth is slow and steady.
In simple terms: His art develops slowly, like farm work, and he juggles many projects.
Embrace patience and multitasking in creative work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- studio practice
- long‑term projects
- learning new techniques
- balancing commissions
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance many ideas without losing depth?
- What strategies keep slow work productive?
Progress can be fragmented and may lack focus without clear priorities.