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James Baldwin quote on the artist's solitude circulates again
Original: “The primary distinction of the #artist is that he must actively cultivate that state which most men, necessarily, must
A James Baldwin quotation is being shared widely: "The primary distinction of the artist is that he must actively cultivate that state which most men, necessarily, must avoid: the state of being alone." Readers are passing it along as a reflection on creativity, isolation and the willingness to face oneself that artistic work demands.
Why now: The quote resonates as a timeless statement on solitude and creativity, making it ripe for resharing in art-focused discussions.
Evidence
- “The primary distinction of the #artist is that he must actively cultivate that state which most men, necessarily, must avoid: the state of being #alone .” - #JamesBaldwin · dbcurren.bsky.social@bsky.brid.gy · 4
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