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.”
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.
Embrace spontaneity in creative work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- painting
- visual arts
- design projects
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance precision with spontaneity?
- What value does improvisation bring to your work?
Technique may lack consistency, leading to unpredictable results.