Somehow I started introducing writing into my drawings, and after a time, the language took over and I started getting very involved with the handwriting and then the look of the handwriting.
Meaning of the quote
Patti Smith, an American musician, started adding writing to her drawings. Over time, the words and how she wrote them became more important to her than the drawings themselves. She became very focused on the look and style of her handwriting.
About Patti Smith
Patti Smith is an acclaimed American artist who has made significant contributions to rock music, poetry, and the arts. She is a singer, songwriter, poet, painter, author, and photographer, and her 1975 debut album ‘Horses’ helped launch the punk rock movement in New York City. Patti Smith has been widely recognized for her achievements, including being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and winning the National Book Award.
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