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“You have to act and this is something that happened in abstract expressionism too, it was a discovery particularly in De Kooning's paintings, great paintings. There's a lot of speed in his work and the speed produces things that only speed can produce.” quote by Michael Snow
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“You have to act and this is something that happened in abstract expressionism too, it was a discovery particularly in De Kooning's paintings, great paintings. There's a lot of speed in his work and the speed produces things that only speed can produce.”

Michael Snow

About This Quote

Artistic discovery arises from rapid, instinctive creation, yielding unique results unattainable through slower methods

In simple terms: Speed in creation can generate exclusive outcomes

Key Takeaway

Allow spontaneity to guide creative work

Themes

creativity process expression art history

Mood

energetic inquisitive

Type

artistic philosophical

When to use this quote

  • painting sessions
  • improvisational design
  • performance art
  • creative workshops

Key Concepts

abstract expressionism de Kooning artistic intuition

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can speed ever replace thoughtful planning?
  • What balance between speed and reflection yields the best art?
A Different Perspective

Rapid creation may sacrifice depth or deliberation

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