Accidents Quote by Michael Foley
“It is not possible to be original by trying to be original - those who attempt this in the arts will be merely avant-garde. Originality is the product of an impulse to intense and overwhelming that it bursts the conventions and produces something new - again more by accident than design.”
About This Quote
Originality emerges from intense impulse, not deliberate effort; accidents often create true novelty.
In simple terms: True originality comes from spontaneous, intense drive.
Key Takeaway
Embrace intense creativity, not forced originality.
Themes
creativity
originality
art
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- artistic creation
- innovation
- writing
- music
Key Concepts
philosophy
psychology
design
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you foster authentic creative impulses?
- When does planning hinder innovation?
A Different Perspective
Attempting forced originality can result in shallow imitation.
