Famous quote by Edvard Munch

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I build a kind of wall between myself and t he model so that I can paint in peace behind it. Otherwise, she might say so
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"I build a kind of wall between myself and t he model so that I can paint in peace behind it. Otherwise, she might say something that confuses and distracts me"

- Edvard Munch

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This quote by Edvard Munch speaks with the significance of focus and concentration when creating art. By constructing a wall between himself and the design, Munch has the ability to create a barrier that permits him to concentrate on his painting without being distracted by the model. This is a metaphor for the need to develop a psychological barrier between oneself and the outdoors world in order to be able to focus on the task at hand. By developing this barrier, Munch is able to avoid being distracted by the model's words or actions, which might potentially confuse or sidetrack him from his painting. This quote speaks with the value of creating a mental space for oneself in order to be able to focus on the job at hand and develop art without being sidetracked by the outdoors world.

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Edvard Munch This quote is written / told by Edvard Munch between December 12, 1863 and January 23, 1944. He was a famous Painter from Norway. The author also have 29 other quotes.

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