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But when I worked on a painting I would do it from a drawing but I would put certain things I was fairly sure I wanted i
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"But when I worked on a painting I would do it from a drawing but I would put certain things I was fairly sure I wanted in the painting, and then collage on the painting with printed dots or painted paper or something before I really committed it"

- Roy Lichtenstein

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This quote by Roy Lichtenstein talks to his creative procedure when producing a painting. He would begin with an illustration, but then include certain components he made sure he desired in the painting. He would then collage the painting with printed dots, painted paper, or other products prior to he was fully devoted to the painting. This quote shows Lichtenstein's desire to experiment and take threats with his art work. He was not scared to include elements to his paintings that he was not sure of, and he was willing to make the effort to collage the painting prior to he was totally satisfied with it. This quote speaks to Lichtenstein's creative process and his desire to take risks with his art work. He was not afraid to experiment and take the time to make certain his paintings were precisely how he desired them to be.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Roy Lichtenstein between October 27, 1923 and September 29, 1997. He/she was a famous Artist from USA. The author also have 19 other quotes.

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