Just as the bird sings or the butterfly soars, because it is his natural characteristic, so the artist works.

Summary

This quote suggests that just as birds naturally sing and butterflies naturally soar, artists naturally work. It implies that creating art is an inherent characteristic of artists, similar to how birds or butterflies express themselves through their natural abilities. The quote implies that making art is not a choice for artists, but rather a natural and essential part of who they are.