Quote by Michel Gondry

I think my imagination dictates the technologies I use. But at the same time, my imagination can be technologic. Sometimes I see a tool and I know immediately how to use it, but most of the time I use the tool for an idea I already have.

I think my imagination dictates the technologies I use. But

Summary

This quote highlights the relationship between imagination and technology. The speaker suggests that their imagination plays a significant role in determining which technologies they choose to use. However, they also acknowledge that their imagination itself can be influenced by technology. They experience instances where they come across a tool and intuitively know how to use it, but more often, they use technology to bring their preexisting ideas to life. Overall, this quote showcases the reciprocal nature of imagination and technology, with each impacting and guiding the other in the creative process.

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Imagination

By Michel Gondry

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