Animation Quote by Prestel Publishing
““I think it was surprising that we were the first group of animators, as far as I can recall, to have the opportunity to be able to view our work and correct our mistakes before they were spread out over the screen. In our little studio on Hyperion Avenue, each foot of film was drawn and redrawn until we could say, 'This is the best we can do.' We became perfectionists, and since nothing is ever perfect, we were constantly dissatisfied.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Animation History, Prestel Publishing, 2020
Early animators repeatedly refined work, striving for perfection despite knowing it’s unattainable.
In simple terms: Animators kept improving frames, never fully satisfied.
Key Takeaway
Embrace iterative improvement while accepting imperfection.
Themes
perfectionism
creativity
process
learning
Mood
reflective
candid
Type
inspirational
cautionary
When to use this quote
- film production
- graphic design
- software development
- product design
Key Concepts
continuous improvement
quality control
artistic standards
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you know when a project is good enough?
- What limits does endless refinement impose?
A Different Perspective
Perfectionism can cause burnout and delay.
