Since the model he so faithfully copies is not going to be hung up next to the picture... it is of no interest whether it is an accurate copy of the model.
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It is the only point of getting up every morning: to paint, to make something good, to make something even better than before, not to give up, to compete, to be ambitious.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Life is about creation and striving for improvement.
In this quote, Lucian Freud emphasizes the importance of motivation and ambition in our daily lives. He suggests that the purpose of getting out of bed each day is not just to exist, but to create, improve, and compete, ultimately reflecting the human drive to make meaningful contributions through art and personal endeavors.
Themes
ArtCreationAmbitionMotivationImprovement
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could inspire artists at a workshop about creative processes.
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