Art Quote by Martha Graham
““There is a vitality, a life force, an energy, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all of time, this expression is unique. And if you block it, it will never exist through any other medium and it will be lost. The world will not have it. It is not your business to determine how good it is nor how valuable nor how it compares with other expressions. It is your business to keep it yours clearly and directly, to keep the channel open. You do not even have to believe in yourself or your work. You have to keep yourself open and aware to the urges that motivate you. Keep the channel open. ... No artist is pleased. [There is] no satisfaction whatever at any time. There is only a queer divine dissatisfaction, a blessed unrest that keeps us marching and makes us more alive than the others””
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Martha Graham Dance Company, 1975
Creative energy is a unique, personal force that must stay open and unblocked to drive authentic expression.
In simple terms: Your unique creative force must stay open.
Key Takeaway
Keep your creative channel open.
Themes
creativity
authenticity
self‑expression
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- artistic work
- personal projects
- creative blocks
- self‑discovery
Key Concepts
personal energy
unique expression
artistic drive
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep your creative channel open?
- What blocks your personal expression?
A Different Perspective
If you suppress it, the world loses a unique contribution.
