Artists Quote by sarah ruhl
““Orpheus never liked words. He had his music. He would get a funny look on his face and I would say what are you thinking about and he would always be thinking about music. If we were in a restaurant sometimes Orpheus would look sullen and wouldn't talk to me and I thought people felt sorry for me. I should have realized that women envied me. Their husbands talked too much. But I wanted to talk to him about my notions. I was working on a new philosophical system. It involved hats. This is what it is to love an artist: The moon is always rising above your house. The houses of your neighbors look dull and lacking in moonlight. But he is always going away from you. Inside his head there is always something more beautiful. Orpheus said the mind is a slide ruler. It can fit around anything. Show me your body, he said. It only means one thing.””
About This Quote
Source Short story: Untitled Narrative, 2005
He describes an artist whose mind is fluid and musical, using metaphorical language to convey the elusive nature of creative thought and love.
In simple terms: Artist's mind is flexible and musical, always seeking beauty.
Key Takeaway
Embrace fluid, creative thinking.
Themes
creativity
art
metaphor
love
philosophy
Mood
thoughtful
poetic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- artistic collaboration
- creative brainstorming
- philosophical discussion
- personal introspection
Key Concepts
fluidity
musical cognition
subjective perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you interpret the metaphor of the moon?
- What does a "slide ruler" mind mean to you?
A Different Perspective
The narrative is obscure and may confuse readers.
