Quote by Alexander Calder

I paint with shapes.

I paint with shapes.

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker, possibly an artist, relies on using shapes as their primary tool for creating art. Shapes are fundamental elements that can be used to bring form, structure, and composition to a visual piece. By emphasizing their importance in the creative process, the quote implies that the artist's style is characterized by a strong focus on working and manipulating shapes to convey their artistic vision.

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Art

By Alexander Calder

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