To any artist, worthy of the name, all in nature is beautiful, because his eyes, fearlessly accepting all exterior truth, read there, as in an open book, all the inner truth.
Auguste RodinRead
The main thing is to be moved, to love, to hope, to tremble, to live. Be a man before being an artist!
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of human experiences and emotions over artistic pursuits.
Auguste Rodin's quote highlights that the essence of being human lies in our capacity to feel deeplyβthrough love, hope, and the raw intensity of life. He suggests that true artistry stems from experiencing life fully and that before one can be an artist, one must prioritize their humanity and emotional depth.
Themes
ArtHumanityEmotionLifeLove
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a motivational speech for aspiring artists to remind them of the importance of personal experiences.
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