Famous quote by Jules Feiffer

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Artists can color the sky red because they know its blue. Those of us who arent artists must color things the way they r
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"Artists can color the sky red because they know it's blue. Those of us who aren't artists must color things the way they really are or people might think we're stupid"

- Jules Feiffer

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This quote by Jules Feiffer talks to the power of creativity and creativity. Artists have the capability to take something that is already understood and accepted, such as the sky being blue, and turn it into something new and unanticipated. They can color the sky red and develop something gorgeous and distinct. On the other hand, those of us who are not artists need to color things the method they actually are. We must be sensible and precise in our representations, otherwise people may believe we are not intelligent. This quote motivates us to use our creativity and imagination to produce something brand-new and unique, while also bearing in mind the need to be precise and sensible. It is a reminder that creativity and accuracy can coexist.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Jules Feiffer somewhere between January 26, 1929 and today. He/she was a famous Cartoonist from USA. The author also have 4 other quotes.

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