I create my own backstory regardless of if I'm told something about the background or not. There's always more that you can develop in your head that makes a character more layered, more honest.
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There is this looking at the world as shapes and patterns and colors that have meaning, and you can't deny the superficial because the superficial is what meets the eye.
Interpretation
What this quote means
This quote emphasizes the importance of perception in understanding the world, where superficial elements shape our initial impressions.
Wolfgang Tillmans highlights the significance of observing the world through the lens of shapes, patterns, and colors that carry meaning. He suggests that while deeper understandings are essential, we should not overlook the superficial aspects of our experiences, as they are the first point of contact with reality. This duality implies that both what is immediately visible and what lies beneath the surface are integral to our comprehension of the world.
Themes
PerceptionArtBeautySuperficialMeaning
In practice
Example use cases
In an art class discussion about perception and beauty.
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