Monday, August 8, 2011

Get Back to Work

Desk View, 2011

“Quit your complaining. It’s not the world’s fault that you wanted to be an artist. It’s not the world’s job to enjoy the films you make, and it’s certainly not the world’s obligation to pay for your dreams. Nobody wants to hear it. Steal a camera if you have to, but stop whining and get back to work.”

-Werner Herzog (a paraphrase)
Posted by Denise | Chez Danisse at 2:42 PM
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17 comments:

  1. LeciawpAugust 8, 2011 at 3:03 PM

    So true, and so good. And love this image.

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  2. MiseAugust 8, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    I don't dare complain about this post. Not that I would.

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  3. Pen and PaperieAugust 8, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    good one...
    i needed to hear that today...
    (gettin' back to work...)

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  4. JoannaAugust 8, 2011 at 6:09 PM

    Inspiring.

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  5. kateAugust 8, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    I agree, I needed that right now in my life. Thank you.

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  6. UnknownAugust 9, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    wonderful words indeed!

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  7. TracyAugust 9, 2011 at 5:00 AM

    I need to take this advice. It's been one fucking crappy year for me at work—sorry for the language.

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  8. JaneAugust 9, 2011 at 6:25 AM

    Great quote! Maybe Congress should have this sent to them.

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  9. the LadyAugust 9, 2011 at 7:11 AM

    like this one... as always.

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  10. EmilyAugust 9, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    I so admire Werner Herzog and the way he's never afraid to take risks and make the films he wants. Such words are so good and important to hear.

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  11. Denise | Chez DanisseAugust 9, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    Lecia, A little note to myself...

    mise, Wise.

    Pen and Paperie, I needed it too.

    Joanna, Agreed.

    kate, Now we can return when we need a reminder.

    suzie, Thanks to Werner and Elizabeth.

    Tracy, If the word fits... 8+ months is a long time. I hope things turn around soon.

    Jane, I believe there are many who can benefit from this. And depending on the day, I include myself in this list.

    Beth, Me too. Thank you.

    Emily Vanessa, I too find such risk takers admirable and inspiring.

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  12. nancy at good food mattersAugust 10, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    main thing--no complaints! instead, gratitude.
    the world is fortunate that you ARE an artist.
    finding expression for truth and beauty---that's our (poorly monetized) job.
    we all have to keep working, keep showing up.

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  13. PascaleAugust 10, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    I love your pic... Interesting words, so different than the usual "talk"... (sorry for my bad english)...

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  14. nadine paduartAugust 12, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    yeah well.
    there you go.
    n♥

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  15. toriAugust 12, 2011 at 7:59 AM

    This is the greatest kick in the pants to stop procrastinating and get back to creating that I've ever read. Thank you.

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  16. Amelia PSAugust 12, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Excellent...sometimes for me it works this way: Quit complaining, its not the worlds fault you did not pursue being an artist... I am proud of you for making that brave choice

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  17. Denise | Chez DanisseAugust 13, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    nancy, So true. Sometimes it is as simple as getting there.

    Pascale, Thank you. I think I prefer unusual to usual.

    n, Yes, there you go.

    tori, Oh, superb.

    Amelia, One day this works and the next day I prefer a cookie and a hug.

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