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“The fashion business got boring. I was working with big companies, but the minute it became too formulaic, I got bored with it. I wanted to do a creative space where I could just make stuff - kind of like an atelier, where I could collaborate with other artists, drape geometric shapes on the body…” quote by Maria Cornejo
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“The fashion business got boring. I was working with big companies, but the minute it became too formulaic, I got bored with it. I wanted to do a creative space where I could just make stuff - kind of like an atelier, where I could collaborate with other artists, drape geometric shapes on the body, make cushion covers, or whatever.”

Maria Cornejo

About This Quote

Source Interview: Fashion Designer Maria Cornejo, 2020

Creative work becomes stagnant when driven by large corporate formulas; seeking an independent studio allows artistic freedom and collaboration.

In simple terms: Big brands can stifle creativity; an atelier offers freedom.

Key Takeaway

Pursue independent creative spaces for artistic growth.

Themes

creativity independence collaboration fashion

Mood

inspired determined

Type

creative entrepreneurial

When to use this quote

  • starting a studio
  • collaborative projects
  • custom design
  • experimental fashion

Key Concepts

atelier model design process artist autonomy

Questions to Reflect On

  • What structures support sustainable independent studios?
  • How to balance creativity with livelihood?
A Different Perspective

Financial and logistical challenges can limit independent ventures.

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