Art Quote by Paul Gauguin
“In art, all who have done something other than their predecessors have merited the epithet of revolutionary; and it is they alone who are masters.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: c. 1890
Artists who do something new are called revolutionary and become masters.
In simple terms: Innovators in art are revolutionaries and masters.
Be original to become a master.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- artistic career
- creative expression
- historical perspective
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can I push boundaries in my field?
Not all innovation is revolutionary; some is derivative.