Artists can get a little down every now and again. Sometimes we need a little help to get back up where we should be. I always keep motivational quotes handy to help me stay positive.
Sometimes you just need the right words to inspire a new piece of art or get past the dreaded artists block. Most of these quotes also apply to life in general, so they can help with every day things.
Here are quotes from some of my favourite inspirational people and some of my own quotes. I hope they help you stay inspired and positive. I keep adding to the list as I find more quotes that inspire me so check back from time to time.
The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.
Don’t compare yourself to others. They’re not you.
I found that I could say things with colors and shapes that I couldn’t say any other way
I would like to paint the way a bird sings
The artist sees what others only catch a glimpse of
Creativity is intelligence having fun
Impossible is just an opinion
You can’t use up creativity. The more you use the more you have.
Art is the silent expression of thoughts, feelings and experiences.
The day you opened your first box of crayons, you became an artist.
Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.
The painter has the universe in his mind and hands.
There are no rules for creativity. There are only thoughts, ideas and feelings all drawn out on a canvas.
Don’t tell people about your dreams. Show them your dreams.
No painting is a failure. It is an experiment, a lesson or inspiration for the future.
Action overcomes fear. Make that first brushstroke and paint away your fear.
Write you own life story. Don’t let anyone else hold the pen.
You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.
Start with one stroke. The painting will come.
Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.
Art is the only way to run away without leaving home.
There are no bad paintings. Just unfinished works waiting to be improved upon.
I hope you enjoyed reading these quotes and they gave you some inspiration and motivation. I like to pin my favourite quotes around the house to help keep me in a positive frame of mind all day.
Do you have a favourite quote or saying that inspires you? I would love to hear about it in the comments below.
Come join our private Facebook group, Trembeling Art Creative Corner, for more inspiration from other artists. Post your work, ask questions, get advice and hang out with some wonderful artists from beginner to professional. A great place to be if you are just starting out. 😊
Those quotes are really inspiring and uplifting. Thanks for sharing. Will definitely use them.
I am glad you are enjoying them. 😊
I love quotes…thank you for sharing these!!