Paint the flying spirit of the bird rather than its feathers.
Robert HenriRead
Do not let the fact that things are not made for you, that conditions are not as they should be stop you. Go on anyway. Everything depends on those who go on anyway.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Don't allow unfavorable circumstances to hinder your progress; your perseverance is crucial.
This quote emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity. Robert Henri suggests that while conditions may not be ideal, it is essential to push forward regardless of those obstacles. The act of continuing, despite challenges, becomes a defining factor in achieving success and realizing one's goals.
Themes
PerseveranceMotivationChallengesAdversityProgress
In practice
Example use cases
A motivational speech to encourage students during graduations.
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After all, the goal is not making art. It is living a life. Those who live their lives will leave the stuff that is really art.
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Drawing is not following a line on the model, it is drawing your sense of the thing.
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