Dream Quote by Steve Martin
““I could dream it forever and still not do it, but when the time comes for it to be done, God, I want to be ready for it, to be ready for the moment of convergence between the thing done and the doing of it, between the thing to be made and its maker. At that moment, I am speaking for everyone; I am dreaming for the billions yet to come; I am taking part of us that cannot be understood by God, and letting it bleed from the wrist onto the canvas. And it can only be made, because I have felt these things: my lust, my greed, my hatred, my happiness.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Creative Process and Purpose, 2020
The speaker reflects on the tension between dreaming and doing, urging readiness for creation and acknowledging human flaws as part of artistic expression.
In simple terms: Be ready to act on dreams, embracing both strengths and flaws.
Key Takeaway
Prepare to act when inspiration strikes.
Themes
creativity
readiness
humanity
purpose
Mood
hopeful
determined
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- Creative projects
- public speaking
- teaching
- personal growth
Key Concepts
Artistic expression
self-awareness
spiritual yearning
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance dreaming and doing?
- What role do imperfections play in your work?
A Different Perspective
Idealism may clash with practical constraints.
