That doesn't mean that I would destroy those works, or that I'm not proud of having come out the other side. Our past art makes our present art as much as our past life makes us who we are now. In the end, if the art stands up, that's what matters. Kat Howard
About This Quote

This quote by David Byrne relates to the idea that growing up can make you a better artist. If you are an artist, then you should feel proud to be an artist. Even if you are not yet a great artist, but have ambitions to be one, then it is still important that you keep making art to ensure that your work does not fall apart. On the other hand, this quote also relates to how there are no guarantees about any of us achieving our goals.

We may be successful now, but what will happen in the future? Perhaps tomorrow we will fail or perhaps we will succeed. Nothing is certain.

Source: Roses And Rot

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