Art Quote by Paula Scher
“For people who make inventions, whether they make scientific inventions or artistic inventions, they're driven by pretty much the same thing. It's some mistrust from somebody saying it couldn't be a certain way, and overthrowing that. But that can happen at any point in history, at any time you come along. It doesn't get better or worse because you're born in this era or that era - I think it's more individualistic. It comes from within, you know, it's an internal thing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Design discussion, 2022
Innovation stems from questioning assumptions and internally driven curiosity, not era or external trends.
In simple terms: Questioning assumptions fuels invention.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate inner curiosity.
Themes
creativity
innovation
individualism
Mood
inspirational
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- product design
- artistic projects
- R&D teams
Key Concepts
cognitive bias
disruption
mindset
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you challenge your own assumptions?
- What internal drives your creative work?
A Different Perspective
External resources also influence outcomes.
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