Quote by Vincent Van Gogh

Painting is a faith, and it imposes the duty to disregard public opinion.

Painting is a faith, and it imposes the duty to disregard pu

Summary

This quote suggests that painting is a deeply personal and spiritual act. It implies that true artists must have faith in their own vision and artistic instincts, regardless of society's opinion or judgment. It highlights the idea that artists have a commitment and responsibility to express their inner creativity and be true to themselves, even if it goes against popular expectations or trends. In this sense, painting is seen as a sacred endeavor, requiring the artist to ignore external influences and bravely pursue their artistic truth.

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Faith

By Vincent Van Gogh

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