Able Quote by Paul Gauguin
“I am leaving in order to have peace and quiet. To be rid of the influence of civilization. I only want to do simple, very simple art and to be able to do that, I have to immerse myself in virgin nature, see no one but savages, live their life, with no other thought in my mind but to render, the way a child would, the concepts formed in my brain and to do this with the aid of nothing but the primitive means of art, the only means that are good and true.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: Correspondence, 1895, to friend in Paris
He seeks isolation in untouched nature to create pure, childlike art free from civilization’s influence.
In simple terms: He wants simple art in nature, away from society.
Key Takeaway
Embrace solitude to find authentic creativity.
Themes
solitude
nature
artistic purity
anti‑civilization
childlike expression
Mood
contemplative
determined
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- artist retreats
- writing in wilderness
- minimalist workshops
- spiritual pilgrimages
Key Concepts
primitivism
authenticity
creative isolation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does modern life hinder your creative authenticity?
- Can true simplicity be achieved without isolation?
A Different Perspective
Living among others may still dilute the intended purity.
