An art which isn't based on feeling isn't an art at all... feeling is the principle, the beginning and the end; craft, objective, technique - all these are in the middle.
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Pure drawing is an abstraction. Drawing and colour are not distinct, everything in nature is coloured.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Cézanne emphasizes the interconnectedness of drawing and color in art, suggesting that abstraction captures the essence of nature.
Paul Cézanne's quote speaks to the fundamental relationship between drawing and color in the realm of art. He suggests that pure drawing is not just a representation of form but an abstraction that incorporates the inherent colors found in nature. This perspective challenges conventional distinctions between drawing and color, highlighting that all aspects of nature are infused with color, thus inviting artists to view their work through a more integrated lens.
Themes
DrawingColorAbstractionNatureArt
In practice
Example use cases
In an art class focusing on abstraction, this quote can illustrate the importance of integrating color and form.
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