Away Quote by Mort Walker
“Old cartoonists never retire, they just erase away.”
About This Quote
Source Cartoonist: Interview, Mort Walker, 1995
Cartoonists keep creating by erasing old work, never truly stopping.
In simple terms: Artists keep working, never truly stop.
Key Takeaway
Embrace continual creation.
Themes
creativity
longevity
artistic identity
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
observational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- comic strips
- personal branding
- legacy building
Key Concepts
visual art
career sustainability
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you keep your work fresh over decades?
- What does “erasing away” mean to you?
A Different Perspective
Even when retired, artists may still influence culture.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
