Whoever says artists can't deal with corporate pressures because they have frail minds, is missing out on the potential the artistic mind has to boost company morale and increase productivity. Most artists would just as soon quit once they become conscious of their exploitation and that is a sign of strength not weakness.
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Of all human struggles there is none so treacherous and
remorseless as the struggle between the artist man and read more
Of all human struggles there is none so treacherous and
remorseless as the struggle between the artist man and the mother
woman.
Success is the progressive realization of worthwhile, predetermined, personal goals.
Success is the progressive realization of worthwhile, predetermined, personal goals.
If you are not making the progress that you would like to make and are capable of making, it is read more
If you are not making the progress that you would like to make and are capable of making, it is simply because your goals are not clearly defined.
None of the world's problems will have a solution until the world's individuals become thoroughly self-educated.
None of the world's problems will have a solution until the world's individuals become thoroughly self-educated.
Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop.
Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop.
The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing
without work.
The artist is nothing without the gift, but the gift is nothing
without work.
I've been relying very heavily on my instincts as of late, and my songwriting has come to depend on my read more
I've been relying very heavily on my instincts as of late, and my songwriting has come to depend on my ability to surrender to the inspiration whenever it strikes. When I clear my mind and let the music take over, my hands seem to move on their own, and my voice utters words I haven't premeditated. This is pure instinct. It's like riding a wave. You just take a deep breath, hop on, and hang on as long as you can. That's basically how I songwrite when I'm composing impromptu pieces. It's a lot like channeling. Or free associating. And it's super fun, because anything can happen! It's pure creativity.
Genius can probably run on ahead and seek out new ways; but the good artists who follow after genius - read more
Genius can probably run on ahead and seek out new ways; but the good artists who follow after genius - and I count myself among these - have to restore the lost connection once more.
Good artists copy, great artists steal.
Good artists copy, great artists steal.
