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No, my work does not reflect my sexual preferences, it reflects the fact that I feel total freedom as an artist
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"No, my work does not reflect my sexual preferences, it reflects the fact that I feel total freedom as an artist"

- Patti Smith

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This quote by Patti Smith speaks with the concept of poetic license and the capability to produce without being limited by one's sexual preferences. Smith is stating that her work is not a reflection of her sexual preferences, however rather a reflection of her freedom as an artist. She is stressing the value of having the ability to produce without being impeded by any external factors. Smith is also suggesting that her work is a kind of self-expression, which it is not affected by her sexual preference. This quote is a reminder that art should be free from any sort of judgement or bias, and that it should be a kind of self-expression and expedition. Smith's words are a suggestion that art need to be a safe area for everyone, despite their sexual preference.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Patti Smith somewhere between December 20, 1946 and today. He/she was a famous Musician from USA. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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