Artist Quote by Oliver Jeffers
“The paintings each take several months to do and it's quite a cathartic and intense experience that's very pleasurable, but also very strange.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 2015 Art Talk, Oliver Jeffers, 2015
Creating paintings is a lengthy, emotionally intense process that feels both rewarding and odd.
In simple terms: Art creation is long, intense, rewarding, and strange.
Key Takeaway
Embrace the discomfort of deep creative work.
Themes
creativity
emotion
artistry
Mood
reflective
introspective
Type
artistic
personal
When to use this quote
- artist studio
- personal therapy
- long‑term projects
- creative blocks
Key Concepts
catharsis
intensity
pleasure
Questions to Reflect On
- How does discomfort fuel your art?
- What makes the experience feel strange?
A Different Perspective
The process can be exhausting and may hinder productivity.
