Artist Quote by Kimon Nicolaides
“Merely to see... is not enough. It is necessary to have a fresh, vivid, physical contact with the object you draw through as many of the senses as possible - and especially through the sense of touch.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain, Betty Edwards, 1979
Seeing alone is insufficient; true perception requires engaging all senses, especially touch, to connect deeply with the subject.
In simple terms: Seeing isn’t enough; feel it too.
Key Takeaway
Engage multiple senses when observing.
Themes
perception
art
sensory experience
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
educational
inspirational
When to use this quote
- painting
- sculpture
- field sketching
- design research
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
embodied cognition
multisensory learning
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you simulate touch when it’s unavailable?
- What senses can you heighten to compensate?
A Different Perspective
Physical contact may be impractical for some subjects.
