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“Style is instinctive and few achieve it in a notable degree. Its development is not hastened by instruction. It comes or it doesn't. It will take care of itself.” quote by Walter J. Phillips
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“Style is instinctive and few achieve it in a notable degree. Its development is not hastened by instruction. It comes or it doesn't. It will take care of itself.”

Walter J. Phillips

About This Quote

Source Essay: Art and Intuition, 1932

True style emerges naturally and cannot be forced by teaching.

In simple terms: Style is innate, not taught.

Key Takeaway

Trust your instinctive creative voice.

Themes

creativity style intuition artistic development

Mood

inspirational reflective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • writing
  • visual arts
  • music composition

Key Concepts

aesthetic theory self-expression learning theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance instinct with learned technique?
  • When does instruction enhance natural style?
A Different Perspective

Relying solely on instinct may limit technical skill growth.

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