Drawing is the artist's most direct and spontaneous expression, a species of writing: it reveals, better than does painting, his true personality.
Edgar DegasRead
The Dance instills in you something that sets you apart. Something heroic and remote.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote speaks to the transformative power of dance, highlighting its uniqueness and its ability to evoke a sense of heroism.
In this quote, Edgar Degas reflects on the profound impact that dance can have on individuals. He suggests that engaging in dance instills a distinctive quality within a person, making them stand out not just in their ability, but in the heroic essence it brings forth, offering a glimpse into something deeper and transcendent.
Themes
DanceArtHeroismUniquenessTransformation
In practice
Example use cases
During an art exhibition, one could use this quote to express how performing arts elevate individuals and highlight their uniqueness.
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You have to have a high conception, not of what you are doing, but of what you may do one day: without that, there's no point in working.
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