Quote by Lawrence Durrell

For us artists there waits the joyous compromise through art with all that wounded or defeated us in daily life in this way, not to evade destiny, as the ordinary people try to do, but to fulfil it in its true potential - the imagination.

For us artists there waits the joyous compromise through art

Summary

This quote highlights the role of art and creativity in the lives of artists. It suggests that artists find a sense of fulfillment by channeling their pain or hardships into their artwork. They do not attempt to escape or avoid their destiny like ordinary people, but rather embrace it by harnessing the power of their imagination. By engaging with their wounds or defeats through art, artists are able to transform their experiences and tap into the true potential of their imagination, leading to a form of joyful compromise with the complexities of daily life.

By Lawrence Durrell

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