Art Quote by Sean Mathias
“I think it's the duty of the artist to run away from home. I mean I think you have to go far afield to expand and to discover.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Sean Mathias on artistic inspiration, 2023
Artists must leave familiar surroundings to encounter new experiences that fuel creativity and self‑discovery.
In simple terms: Artists need distance to grow.
Key Takeaway
Seek new horizons for inspiration.
Themes
creativity
exploration
growth
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
philosophical
motivational
When to use this quote
- travel for inspiration
- new environments
- creative blocks
- personal development
Key Concepts
Artistic freedom
self‑discovery
Questions to Reflect On
- What environments spark your best ideas?
- How do you balance safety with artistic risk?
A Different Perspective
Leaving home may cause isolation and loss of support.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
