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Davin Trail-Risk's avatar

While I agree with the intent of the Chuck Close quote, I always get tripped up by the first line. I think approaching everything like a perpetual amateur is actually more in line with what he’s saying and doesn’t have the snobby subtext of “pros know”.

Engaging in creation is what sparks creation. Experiences prime us for the actions of creation but only putting those experiences into action stretches a tight muscle.

As far as running and other forms of regime or routine, I do think there are analogs between them and creative practice but I never like anything that assumes there needs to be pain for gain.

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Andy Adams's avatar

Well said, David. Thanks.

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