Does this mean that taste can be learned? Yes and no. Perfect taste, like perfect pitch, is a gift from God. But a certain amount can be acquired. The trick is to study writers who have it. Never hesitate to imitate another writer. Imitation is part of the creative process for anyone learning an art or craft.
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Whatâ??s the difference between copying and imitating? Not sure. I think imitating is understanding the method or style and using it when appropriate. Copying is when you see something you like, or thatâ??s popular, and use it to gain a similar audience without any real grasp on why it works.