Where would we be without women like Coco Chanel, Maya Angelou, and Joan of Arc? Even if you don’t know their names, their words have lingered with you for years. That is the power of a woman’s voice. When female artists say something, you listen.
Female artists are amazing and should be recognized for the courage it takes for them to enter into a typically male-dominated field. It can be hard to be a female artist. And it’s hard not only because you have to pour your soul into your work and let people criticize what you do.
It is hard because there are limited opportunities for female artists to make a living from their crafts. But there is hope and here are quotes for female artists to help you along your way. Check out these inspiring female artist quotes below.
Inspiring Female Artist Quotes
It’s time we honour women for their contributions to society. Sometimes, as women, we need to be reminded that all of our successes in this field should be celebrated by us, our mentors, and by those who love us. These are quotes for female artists to keep pushing when things become hard.
1. Female artists must take control of the narrative. It’s time to rewrite history.
2. Making art is like learning a new language. You start with a few basic principles and discover your way to communicate.
3. Creating art tells a story. The story of your work, the story of who you are. We celebrate the art of our time.
4. You’re more talented than you’ll ever know, more beautiful than you’ll ever see, you’re a great female artist.
5. As female artists, you need the courage to create art, and to live an artist’s life. The female artist’s life is like no other. To be in it, you have to give up a normal life.
6. A female artist with a happy heart and strong mind can do anything. It’s what keeps us inspired, energized and in love with life. Never stop creating, art is everything.
7. Anyone can have a comeback. It takes a real female artist to be consistently good. You can accomplish anything you put your mind to!
8. You’re a success, no matter what the sales say. You are enough. Keep doing what you love and the money will follow. Don’t compare yourself to others; They are on their journey.
9. If you think you’re the only one who has that fear, you’re wrong. Everyone is afraid of failing. You just have to keep pushing past that fear.
10. If you can dream, and you can follow through on those dreams, then there’s no excuse for failure.
11. Ladies who push past their fears to continue believing in their dreams, never let the possibility of rejection or failure hold them back. Never stop moving forward.
12. In every woman, a singer is trying to get out. You’ve come so far and you’re not done yet! Keep doing what your doing, it’s great.
13. Your art is your life, without a doubt. You must work, even on the dark days, those are the days when the most growth happens. Don’t be afraid of failing—everyone fails at something. That’s how you learn what not to do. Do what comes naturally, let yourself flow.
14. You can be a female rockstar, don’t let anyone tell you otherwise. Keep going, you’re doing great.
15. Don’t wait for someone to tell you what you’re worth. Get busy doing what you love and let the money follow on its own.
16. What you see in others is a reflection of what’s inside you. Look for the good in people and you will always find it.
17. To create art is to give up a normal life. A female artist’s life is lived for the pursuit of art alone. It takes courage to live such a life, but you will experience new heights, new lows, and every emotion alongside your raw attempts at creation; It takes great courage to live an artist’s life.
18. The female artist’s life is full of freedom and excitement. Being a female artist is like no other way to live your life. The courage that it takes to create an artistic masterpiece is the same courage that it takes to be an artist.
19. If you want to be an artist, you have to let go of normal. You have to give up a little comfort. You have to take risks, and that takes courage.
20. A female artist needs the courage to create art and to live an artist’s life. She has to give up a normal life.
21. If you want to create memorable art, you have to give up a normal life. If you want to be good at anything, it’s the only approach that works.
22. To truly understand what it’s like to be a female artist, you need to give up everything. You need to work harder and feel more. Only then will you understand the true meaning of art.
23. It takes courage to be a female artist – make no mistake, the path to greatness is not easy! But when you’re putting your heart and soul into a project, great things will happen.
24. Your work will speak for itself. Most female artists live in poverty because they refuse to follow directions. Never be afraid to stand out from the crowd.
25. Female artists succeed more often when they believe in their work and themselves. Be bold and don’t stop believing.
26. It’s hard to step out there and create something new and great, especially when people will be judging you based on your gender.
27. When you visit an art gallery, you are doing more than looking at beautiful pictures and sculptures. You are getting to know the heart and soul of the artist who created them.
28. A fierce soul. An infectious smile. An incredible heart. An indescribable vibe. A love for hard work and loyalty. That’s what you’ll see in a resilient female artist.
29. Always be yourself, express yourself, have faith in yourself, and do not go out and look for a successful personality and duplicate it.
30. As female artists, your art may be full of mistakes, bad drafts and attempts at fixing them so it’s messy sometimes but that’s what makes it beautiful.
31. As female artists, it’s not about perfection, it’s about believing in yourself.
32. You have a unique voice, don’t be afraid to keep pushing forward and expressing yourself through art.
33. Your voice matters. Keep pushing forward, express yourself through art and never give up!
34. Your artistry is unique. It’s not like anyone else’s. Your voice rings out, and it needs to be heard! Push through the artist’s block and come out with wonderful art.
35. Your voice is important. By pushing forward and creating your art, you can influence others to do the same. Keep on creating. The world needs your voice.
36. If you don’t think your voice is unique, you are wrong. When you’re developing something new, you’re matching a certain voice with a specific idea. That’s what makes it exciting and distinct.
37. Follow your passion. If you focus on your dreams, they will come true. Don’t let other people define you or hold you back.
38. You can be a good artist and a good mother. You don’t have to choose between the two.
39. Others may try to tell you that having children will spell the end of your artistic career. But you can be a great mom and an amazing artist by balancing work, family, and fun.
40. Your work is more valuable (And more important) Than you realize. You have a gift that not everyone has. Use it. If you can dream it, you can do it.
41. You are enough just how you are. Stay true to what makes you. You are the only artist that can paint your masterpiece. Keep doing you.
42. Don’t lose yourself in the process, remain true to your voice and keep growing.
43. As female artists, do what you love and the world will open doors for you. The good, the bad and the ugly; All of these are just stages in the journey to perfection.
44. As female artists, don’t chase perfection, chase progress. Instead of trying to create something perfect, just create something different.
45. This is what dreams are made of. Set goals and then go after them. Don’t let anyone tell you that you can’t do something.
46. Making the world a better place through your art. Stay true to your art. Keep going!
47. The only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Your work is amazing. Just keep being you.
48. As female artists, some girls can’t catch a break. Some girls have to work twice as hard just to get half as far. But that’s not you. That’s not me.
49. As female artists, stay true to your vision. Keep creating. Stay curious. You are the only you there is, and the way you contribute to this world is unique.
50. There’s no such thing as failure. It takes courage to create and courage is the ability to begin again after you’ve failed.
51. There’s no talent like ambition. If you can dream it, you can do it.
52. Anyone can do art. We all do it every day. The difference is making art that is beautiful, irreverent, and addictive—whether it’s a work of fine art or the kitchen table.
53. Men are not better than women, but we are doing well. You are special, you are brave, and you are beautiful. Don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
54. You are special because you are a girl. You are brave because you are a girl. You are beautiful because you are a girl. Don’t let anybody tell you something else.
55. You are not a failure. You are special, you are strong, and you are most certainly beautiful. Don’t let anybody tell you otherwise.
56. As female artists, you are special, brave, beautiful and are performing well in your art. You work hard.
57. You’re amazing! You’re smart, you’re funny and you’re beautiful. Don’t let anyone tell you differently.
58. Believe it or not, you’re already a strong, brave, and beautiful woman.
59. You are someone who can shape the world with your art and you have the power, strength, and beauty to do it.
60. Every day is a new opportunity to make an impact in your life and the lives of people around you. You are the hero of your story.
61. You are a gem. Keep shining and keep growing. Believe in yourself, because you are unique, like everyone else.
62. If you hear that it’s impossible, you’ve made up your mind that it is. Believe in yourself and all that you are. Know that there is something inside you that is greater than any obstacle.
63. It’s time we honour women for their contributions to society. Here are just a few of the many artists we love.
64. Art is not an end but a means of survival. You are not your mistakes. Keep drawing, keep creating.
65. You are an inspiration to all. Don’t let your time slip away while you are busy chasing after someone else’s dreams.
66. You’re never too far behind to begin again. Keep working hard because greatness is achieved, not given.
67. If you have a voice that hasn’t been heard yet, make it heard. Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.
68. Believe in yourself, trust your instincts, and never doubt that you’re completely capable of doing what you dream of.
69. Female artists can connect with people in a way that transcends age, gender, culture and language.
70. Art as a profession is one of the hardest things to break into and it takes an enormous amount of patience, perseverance, and determination. But if you can stick with it, the rewards are endless.
71. Creating art is like asking yourself a question and looking for an answer. When you ask, don’t be surprised if the universe responds.
72. If you hear a voice within you say “you cannot paint,” then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced.
73. Music is an instrument you can use to communicate whatever message you want. And I’m in love with it.
74. I love my art, I love myself and I’m not scared to show it. I’m a woman that has so much value to offer.
75. The path of true artistry while being a female isn’t always easy, but it’s always rewarding.
76. As female artists, there is no such thing as failures, only feedback. Be a work in progress and don’t let anyone define how good you are.
77. As female artists, believe in yourself, because a world beyond is waiting for you.
78. To be a great female artist, you have to develop the ability to block out all the noise.
79. You are enough. You are strong. You are brave. You are fearless. You are determined. You are ready. You are the lady the world needs. You are a female artist.
80. Honoring the things in life that you’re passionate about is a good way to find your inspiration as a female artist.
81. As female artists, be your own best critic. Keep your face always toward the sunshine – and shadows will fall behind you.
82. As female artists, be extraordinary. Be bold because the most memorable work isn’t created timidly.
83. Art isn’t just about being good at something. It’s about pushing yourself to be great. Love what you do, and never give up.
84. Don’t worry about criticism; There are always people who don’t understand. Do what you feel you have to do, never mind about anybody else, and work until you reach perfection.
85. You have to trust your instincts and risk failure. Otherwise, you will never succeed.
86. What a man can do, a woman can do even better. Be inspired and do some great art as a female artist.
87. When I paint, I feel like a child who is being introduced into the adult world.
88. As a female artist, don’t wait for inspiration to find you, have it chase you.
89. Good art is born of solitude, bad art is born of the absence of solitude.
90. Women in the arts are often discouraged from reaching for their dreams, which is why they should be celebrated when they attain those heights.
91. My art is a reflection of my inner world. It’s about how I see the world and how I feel about it.
92. Making art can be scary, but it is also the most wonderful thing that has ever happened to me.
93. I believe in the power of art to speak across all boundaries, and to promote understanding and tolerance. Art can transcend what is said and art can open up a world of possibilities.
94. Creativity is allowing yourself to make mistakes. Art is knowing which ones to keep.
95. People will always try to knock you down, focus on staying up.
96. Do better for you. Believe in yourself. Improving your craft as a female artist will only make you stronger.
97. You are the reason I continue to improve as a female artist. Thanks for inspiring me.
98. Don’t be afraid to push past your comfort zone—in grooming, style, and life. Always keep on growing.
99. The power of the words of female artists holds a certain magic that has been cultivated for centuries. This makes inspiring quotes from female artists very valuable.
100. Don’t wait for your circumstances to change, change them now with your will and determination.
Women can reach great artistic heights if they are provided with the right encouragement at the right time. You don’t have to be a famous artist to make your mark on history.
Women are now making names for themselves in the art world, and I hope that as more artists with successful careers continue to emerge, the number of young women entering these fields will increase. Be inspired by these inspiring female artist quotes and do some great art.