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Ben KingsleyRead
It is in order to really see, to see ever deeper, ever more intensely, hence to be fully aware and alive, that I draw what the Chinese call 'The Ten Thousand Things' around me. Drawing is the discipline by which I constantly rediscover the world. I have learned that what I have not drawn, I have never really seen, and that when I start drawing an ordinary thing, I realize how extraordinary it is, sheer miracle.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Drawing helps one to truly see and appreciate the world in a deeper way.
In this quote, Frederick Franck emphasizes the transformative power of drawing as a means of perception. He suggests that through the disciplined act of drawing, one not only gains a deeper awareness of their surroundings but also discovers the extraordinary beauty in ordinary things, which often goes unnoticed. This process of artistic creation allows for a fuller engagement with the world, presenting it as a miraculous experience.
Themes
DrawingArtPerceptionAwarenessBeauty
In practice
Example use cases
In an art class, to inspire students to explore the deeper meanings behind their surroundings.
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