Quote by Frank Gehry

For me, every day is a new thing. I approach each project with a new insecurity, almost like the first project I ever did. And I get the sweats. I go in and start working, I'm not sure where I'm going. If I knew where I was going I wouldn't do it.

For me, every day is a new thing. I approach each project wi

Summary

This quote highlights the perspective of the speaker towards their creative process. It suggests that the speaker approaches each new project with a sense of uncertainty and insecurity, similar to their very first project. Rather than feeling confident or knowing the exact direction, the speaker prefers to embrace this unknown and ambiguous state. They believe that if they had a clear roadmap or destination, it would hinder their motivation to undertake the project. This quote reflects the speaker's preference for spontaneity, exploration, and the element of surprise in their creative endeavors.

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