Art Quote by William Faulkner
“The artist doesn't have time to listen to the critics. The ones who want to be writers read the reviews, the ones who want to write don't have the time to read reviews.”
About This Quote
Source Novel: Light in August, 1932
Artists must create without being distracted by criticism; writers should focus on creation, not critique.
In simple terms: Artists ignore critics to create.
Prioritize creation.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- writing
- painting
- music
- performance
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you handle negative feedback?
- When is critique useful?
Criticism can stifle innovation.