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“Sometimes buying the ugly work is the thing that you know you should do.” quote by Ryan Gander
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“Sometimes buying the ugly work is the thing that you know you should do.”

Ryan Gander

About This Quote

Source Interview: Artforum, Ryan Gander, 2015

Choosing to do the unattractive or difficult work is often the most honest and necessary action.

In simple terms: Do the hard work.

Key Takeaway

Embrace the ugly, act.

Themes

integrity work ethic authenticity art decision making

Mood

reflective serious

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • career decisions
  • home improvement
  • personal habits
  • social activism

Key Concepts

Moral choice value of effort creative process

Questions to Reflect On

  • What work feels ugly to you?
  • Why avoid it?
A Different Perspective

The “ugly” work may be subjective.

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