Quote by Christian Nevell Bovee

The great artist is a slave to his ideals.

The great artist is a slave to his ideals.

Summary

This quote suggests that a truly exceptional artist is relentless in their pursuit of fulfilling their personal or artistic vision. They willingly sacrifice personal desires or conforming to societal expectations in order to stay devoted to their ideals. It implies that their commitment to their artistic principles is so strong that they become subservient to them. Ultimately, the quote underscores the idea that deep passion and unwavering dedication are necessary for artists to create exceptional and revolutionary works of art.

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Art

By Christian Nevell Bovee

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