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The Science of Being Completely Full of It
“In 2005, researchers at the University of Southern California found the first evidence of brain abnormalities in pathological liars — the prefrontal cortex is always very active when people are telling lies, but their study found that liars had 25 percent more white matter, and 14 percent less gray matter, in their prefrontal cortex than non-liars, suggesting there can be a physiological predisposition to being a bullshit artist.”
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follow in someone’s footsteps
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: to do the same things that another person has done before.
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“So bullshitting isn’t just nonsense. It’s constructed in order to appear meaningful, though on closer examination, it isn’t. And bullshit isn’t the same as lying. A liar knows the truth but makes statements deliberately intended to sell people on falsehoods. bullshitters, in contrast, aren’t concerned about what’s true or not, so much as they’re trying to appear as if they know what they’re talking about. In that sense, bullshitting can be thought of as a verbal demonstration of the Dunning-Kruger effect—when people speak from a position of disproportionate confidence about their knowledge relative to what little they actually know, bullshit is often the result.”
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“The value of art lies in its power to inspire, not in its price tag.”
— Unknown
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“You can’t copy anybody and end with anything. If you copy, it means you’re working without any real feeling.”
— Milt Jackson
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“The man who has no imagination has no wings.”
— Muhammad Ali
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“I have come this far through all the pain, not because of weakness, but because of the strength I have. You should thank Christ for making me who I am, because I am who you need. I am the one who can save you! You may believe you are a hero, but the real hero is me.”
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“You can’t do it unless you can imagine it.”
— George Lucas
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“You can’t copy anybody and end with anything. If you copy, it means you’re working without any real feeling.”
— Milt Jackson
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what happens when you let your art be ‘influenced’ by other artists? – Tara Leaver
“And the big daddy that I learned from all this: I actually CAN’T paint like other artists, and nor do I want to. That’s the best thing this exercise has taught me over the years; it’s fun to experiment, to try out what other artists are doing, but if I only ever did that I’d be unfulfilled and dissatisfied. I’d be surrounded by a vegetarian buffet and craving steak.”
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“The art you collect is an extension of your personality and your pocketbook.”
— Jean-Michel Basquiat
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follow in someone’s footsteps
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: to do the same things that another person has done before.
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Importance of Narrative in Art
Art and narrative are closely connected because storytelling is a powerful way to convey meaning, emotion, and context. Here are a few reasons why art often needs a narrative:
1. Contextual Understanding: A narrative provides context that helps viewers understand the deeper meaning or message of the artwork. Without a story, the interpretation of art can be vague or ambiguous.
2. Emotional Engagement: Stories evoke emotions, and when art is tied to a narrative, it can resonate more deeply with the audience, making the experience more impactful.
3. Connection with the Audience: A narrative allows viewers to relate the artwork to their own experiences, thoughts, or feelings, creating a personal connection between the art and the audience.
4. Cultural and Historical Significance: Art often reflects the time, place, and culture in which it was created. A narrative can highlight these aspects, making the artwork more meaningful in a broader context.
5. Guiding Interpretation: While art can be open to interpretation, a narrative can guide viewers toward a particular understanding or theme, helping to convey the artist’s intended message more clearly.
6. Creating a Legacy: Narratives can preserve the stories behind art, ensuring that future generations understand and appreciate the significance of the work.
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“When you’re doing something for the first time, you don’t know it’s going to work. You spend seven or eight years working on something, and then it’s copied. I have to be honest: the first thing I can think, all those weekends that I could have at home with my family but didn’t. I think it’s theft, and it’s lazy.”
— Jonathan Ive