Benjamin WoodDoggedness in art is no substitute for inspiration.
About This Quote
The saying goes that anyone who paints doggedly is no artist, but anyone who paints inspiration is. This quote speaks to the need for artists to be inspired. If all the world’s art were doggedly painted, then art would die out. If you are an artist and you are only painting doggedly, then your art will never be great.
Source: The Ecliptic
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