"If I had the energy, I would have done it all over the county"
- Edward Hopper
About this Quote
This quote by Edward Hopper speaks to the idea of aspiration and also the limitations of power. It suggests that Hopper dreamt of what he wanted to do, but did not have the energy to make it occur. This might be taken an allegory for the human condition, in which we usually have grand suggestions and ambitions, yet lack the energy or sources to make them a fact. Hopper's quote also talks to the idea of scale, as he wanted to do something on a county-wide level, yet was unable to as a result of his lack of energy. This might be taken a suggestion to be sensible regarding our passions as well as to concentrate on achievable goals. Eventually, Hopper's quote is a suggestion that passion is essential, however it must be toughened up with the truth of our limitations.
This quote is written / told by Edward Hopper between July 22, 1882 and May 15, 1967. He was a famous Artist from USA.
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