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Eugen Herrigel

Far from wishing to awaken the artist in the pupil prematurely, the teacher considers it his first task to make him a skilled artisan with sovereign control of his craft.

Eugen Herrigel

Teacher

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The teacher prioritizes helping the student master the technical skills and techniques before encouraging creative expression. This approach ensures the student has complete command over their craft, which is essential before developing an artistic style.

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