Quote by John Updike

Art imitates Nature in this; not to dare is to dwindle.

Art imitates Nature in this; not to dare is to dwindle.

Summary

This quote highlights the essence of art imitating nature. It suggests that in order for art to thrive and grow, it must dare to imitate and be inspired by the beauty and complexity of the natural world. By doing so, art flourishes and evolves. On the other hand, if art lacks the courage to imitate nature's vibrancy and dynamism, it will gradually diminish and lose its vigor. Thus, the quote emphasizes the importance of embracing nature as a muse and daring to explore its depths in artistic expression.

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