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Artist Quote by Michael Chow

“There's a difference between craft and painting. Craft, your job is to make it exactly the same every time. Painting is the opposite, but in painting there is some craftsmanship, which is called technique. But technique is spontaneous. That's the treasure, the most important part. You are in it.” quote by Michael Chow
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“There's a difference between craft and painting. Craft, your job is to make it exactly the same every time. Painting is the opposite, but in painting there is some craftsmanship, which is called technique. But technique is spontaneous. That's the treasure, the most important part. You are in it.”

Michael Chow

About This Quote

Source Interview: Art and Design Talk, 2015

Craft focuses on repeatable precision, while painting values spontaneous technique as its core treasure.

In simple terms: Craft repeats; painting creates.

Key Takeaway

Embrace spontaneity in creative work.

Themes

creativity technique craftsmanship

Mood

inspired reflective

Type

artistic educational

When to use this quote

  • painting
  • visual arts
  • design projects
  • creative workshops

Key Concepts

Artistic expression process skill

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you balance precision with spontaneity?
  • What value does improvisation bring to your work?
A Different Perspective

Technique may lack consistency, leading to unpredictable results.

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