Famous quote by Camille Pissarro

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I regard it as a waste of time to think only of selling: one forgets ones art and exaggerates ones value
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"I regard it as a waste of time to think only of selling: one forgets one's art and exaggerates one's value"

- Camille Pissarro

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This quote by Camille Pissarro talks to the importance of keeping a concentrate on the art itself, instead of on the capacity for financial gain. He suggests that when one is too focused on selling, they can forget the art itself and overstate their own worth. This is a tip to artists to stay true to their craft and not be swayed by the capacity for monetary gain. It is necessary to remember that the art is the most crucial thing, and that the potential for financial gain must not be the main focus. Pissarro's quote is a pointer to artists to remain real to their art and not be swayed by the potential for financial gain. It is necessary to remember that the art is the most essential thing, which the potential for monetary gain need to not be the primary focus. This quote motivates artists to remain concentrated on their craft and to not be sidetracked by the potential for monetary gain. It is a reminder to remain true to the art and to not be swayed by the capacity for financial gain.
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France Flag This quote is written / told by Camille Pissarro between July 10, 1830 and November 13, 1903. He/she was a famous Artist from France. The author also have 15 other quotes.

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