Most famous for her romantic side, her wit, charm, artistic ability, and yes, her unapologetic unibrow, Frida Kahlo is one of my personal heroes. A peek at a few of the things she's said, and you'll see why... and maybe she'll inspire your inner artist, too.
1. I Never Painted My Dreams...
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Actually, I think she said she never painted her dreams or nightmares...
2. What Doesn’t Kill Me, Nourishes Me
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Frequently asked questions
Frida Kahlo was an amazing Mexican artist known for her unique and emotional paintings. Her quotes are just as powerful as her art because they show her strength and individuality, especially for women and creatives.
Absolutely! Frida's words are filled with passion and originality. They can spark a fire in anyone who wants to embrace their creativity and live authentically. Her life was a testament to resilience and artistic expression.
Frida’s quotes about women are empowering. They encourage self-love, independence, and embracing one’s true self. She challenged traditional norms and showed that women could be whatever they wanted to be.
Yes, many of her quotes are available in Spanish, which was her native language. Reading them in Spanish adds a layer of authenticity and connection to her cultural roots.
Not at all! Frida’s quotes inspire anyone, not just artists. They speak about love, identity, and strength. Whether you're into art or not, there's something in her words that can resonate with everyone.
3. Be Fearless
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4. Why Flowers?
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5. On Laughter
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6. Strangeness
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7. A Lover like This?
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8. Nothing is Absolute...
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9. Where You Cannot Love, do Not Delay
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10. Don't Build a Wall...
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11. If You Act like You Know What You're Doing, You Can do Whatever You Want
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12. The Two Accidents
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"I suffered two serious accidents, one in which a bus knocked me to the ground. The other accident is Diego. Diego was the worst."
13. Whenever I Talk with You, I Hunger for You a Bit More
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14. We Can Endure...
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15. Feet, What do I Need You for when I Have Wings to Fly?
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16. Don't Drink Your Problems Away. It Won't Work
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17. Everything
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18. Be Your Own Muse
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19. I Hope the Departure is Joyful...
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20. I Love You More than My Own Skin...
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Comments
Gaby_: She was amazing. Her words about strangeness are so beautiful.
Sima: And my favorite: "I was born a bitch. I was born a painter. I was born fucked. But I was happy in my own way"
Cyn: Lovely, except for her mustache
Bugsabee: Such an inspiration and beauty!
Gabrielle: Mi paisana. She will always inspire us! Aqui vives Frida ! Y no pagas renta!,
Racheal: DEF one of my favorite artists!!
kennesth: #9 is incorrectly translated. It should read "every time I talk to you, I die a bit more"
Melissa: Such an inspiration, and in her own way. Love her!
Desiree: ¡Que viva Frida!
peony: Love freida
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