Quote by Salvador Dali

I do not paint a portrait to look like the subject, rather does the person grow to look like his portrait.

I do not paint a portrait to look like the subject, rather d

Summary

This quote suggests that when an artist paints a portrait of someone, the image they create has the power to influence how others perceive and interpret that individual. Instead of capturing an exact likeness, the portrait affects how the subject is viewed, potentially shaping their identity and self-perception over time. In a way, the individual becomes like their own portrait as others may associate them with the depicted image. This quote highlights the transformative nature of art and its ability to shape our understanding and perception of reality.

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By Salvador Dali

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