Quote by Gertrude Stein

A writer should write with his eyes and a painter paint with his ears.

A writer should write with his eyes and a painter paint with

Summary

This quote expresses the idea that a writer should observe the world through their eyes and use descriptive language to capture their observations, while a painter should closely listen to the sounds around them and translate those auditory experiences into visual art. It emphasizes the importance of using the senses that are most relevant to each creative endeavor in order to effectively convey an experience or perspective. By suggesting that writers and painters should use different senses as their primary sources of inspiration, the quote highlights the unique modes of expression that each artistic medium offers.

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