Quote by W. Somerset Maugham

The artist produces for the liberation of his soul. It is his nature to create as it is the nature of water to run down the hill.

The artist produces for the liberation of his soul. It is hi

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This quote suggests that the act of creation for an artist is essential and innate, just as water naturally flows downhill. The artist creates in order to free their soul, expressing themselves and manifesting their inner thoughts and emotions through their art. Much like water's natural inclination to move downwards, the artist's nature is to create, finding liberation and fulfillment in the process of bringing their artistic vision to life.

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By W. Somerset Maugham

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