Quote by Wallace Stevens

The genuine artist is never true to life. He sees what is real, but not as we are normally aware of it. We do not go storming through life like actors in a play. Art is never real life.

The genuine artist is never true to life. He sees what is re

Summary

This quote suggests that a true artist does not simply replicate reality, but rather perceives and portrays it in a unique and unconventional manner. While others may perceive life in a conventional, ordinary way, an artist sees the truth behind it and presents it in a different light. Life is not a scripted performance, and art serves as a medium to transcend reality and offer a fresh perspective. Art, therefore, should not be mistaken for a mere imitation of real life, but rather a transformative interpretation that showcases a deeper truth.

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