Quote by Brian Eno

The smart thing in the art world is to have one good idea and never have another.

The smart thing in the art world is to have one good idea an

Summary

This quote suggests that in the art world, it is often considered favorable or wise to have a singular exceptional idea or concept and refrain from producing any more. It implies that maintaining a consistent reputation based on one groundbreaking idea may be more valuable than continuously generating new but potentially inferior ideas. This viewpoint highlights the importance of quality over quantity and the potential risks of diluting one's artistic reputation by attempting to replicate past successes.

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Art

By Brian Eno

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