Quote by Marcel Duchamp

I have forced myself to contradict myself in order to avoid conforming to my own taste.

I have forced myself to contradict myself in order to avoid

Summary

This quote by French philosopher and writer, Marcel Duchamp, highlights his approach to art and creative expression. Duchamp believed in challenging traditional norms and conventions, and by contradicting himself, he deliberately avoided falling into a predictable pattern of self-expression. He aimed to transcend his own personal taste and break free from the constraints of conformity. By doing so, Duchamp embraced experimentation and opened up new possibilities for innovation and artistic exploration.

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