Quote by Willem de Kooning

The attitude that nature is chaotic and that the artist puts order into it is a very absurd point of view, I think. All that we can hope for is to put some order into ourselves.

The attitude that nature is chaotic and that the artist puts

Summary

This quote challenges the notion that nature is inherently chaotic and that it is the artist's role to bring order to it. The speaker finds this perspective absurd and instead suggests that the focus should be on cultivating inner order within ourselves. It implies that rather than imposing our own ideas of order onto nature, we should strive to bring personal harmony and balance to our own lives. Ultimately, it highlights the importance of self-reflection and growth as a means to navigate the complexities of our world.

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Attitude

By Willem de Kooning

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