Artist Quote by Kiki Smith
“In drawing, I often think of things as flying buttresses.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Talk with Kiki Smith, 2019
She likens artistic elements to architectural supports that lift and shape the composition.
In simple terms: Art can be structural like a flying buttress.
Key Takeaway
Use structural metaphors to guide design.
Themes
creativity
architecture
visual art
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
Type
artistic
metaphorical
When to use this quote
- sculpture
- painting
- public installations
- design workshops
Key Concepts
metaphor
support
composition
Questions to Reflect On
- How does this metaphor influence your creative process?
- Can structural ideas improve visual storytelling?
A Different Perspective
May overlook functional aspects in favor of metaphor.
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