Quote by Lionel Trilling

The immature artist imitates. The mature artist steals.

The immature artist imitates. The mature artist steals.

Summary

This quote, often attributed to the renowned artist Pablo Picasso, encourages artists to evolve from merely imitating others to embracing their own creativity. It suggests that imitating is a common learning stage for novice artists, as they absorb the styles and techniques of established artists. However, as artists mature, they should move beyond imitation and instead make their work truly their own by incorporating elements of inspiration from various sources and creating something unique. This quote emphasizes the importance of stealing, not in a malicious or dishonest sense, but in taking inspiration and ideas from others to develop an authentic artistic style.

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