Category Archives: Quotes
Inspiring Quote On Art From Man Ray
“Of course, there will always be those who look only at technique, who ask ‘how’, while others of a more curious nature will ask ‘why’. Personally, I have always preferred inspiration to information.” – Man Ray “The artist who brought … Continue reading
Inspiring Quote On Art From René Magritte
“Art evokes the mystery without which the world would not exist.” – René Magritte “Rene Magritte is one of the most famous Surrealist painters, but it wasn’t until his 50s that he achieved international recognition. In Surrealism’s progression into … Continue reading
Quotes On Color, Form And Art From Vasily Kandinsky
“Color directly influences the soul. Color is the keyboard, the eyes are the hammers, the soul is the piano with many strings. The artist is the hand that plays, touching one key or another purposively, to cause vibrations in the … Continue reading
Quote On Photography, Space & Time By Wynn Bullock
Here’s an interesting quote on photography, space and time from photographer Wynn Bullock. “I feel all things as dynamic events, being, changing, and interacting with each other in space and time even as I photograph them.” – Wynn Bullock … Continue reading
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Ever Wonder How To Understand Abstract Art?
As a photographer who makes abstract fine art photographs the concept of abstraction in art is a frequent topic of discussion. I found this article from Jerry Saltz, Art Critic for New York Magazine to be an excellent conversation starter. It … Continue reading
Salvador Dalí Quote On Perfection
Here’s a great quote on perfection from the Surrealist painter Dalí “Have no fear of perfection – you’ll never reach it.” – Salvador Dalí “The Spanish-born artist Salvador Dalí was officially allied with Surrealism from 1929 to 1941, and even … Continue reading
Interesting Quote On Painting Sensation From Paul Cézanne
Here’s a great quote from the painter Paul Cézanne on the meaning of Impressionism. “For an Impressionist to paint from nature is not to paint the subject, but to realize sensations.” – Paul Cézanne In his book, What Are You Looking … Continue reading
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Interesting Quote On Art & Photography From William Wegman
December 2nd is William Wegman’s birthday. Yes, he’s the guy with the amazing Weimaraners and witty sense of humor. Here’s a quote from Wegman on how became interested in photography and video as tools for making his art. “My background is in painting … Continue reading
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Quote To Inspire Your Creativity From Jimi Hendrix
The amazing musician and guitarist Jimi Hendrix was born on November 27, 1942. In honor of his upcoming birthday here’s an inspiring quote to inspire your creativity. “Knowledge speaks, but wisdom listens.” – Jimi Hendrix As eloquently stated on … Continue reading
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Inspiring Quote On Art By Alberto Giacometti
“The object of art is not to reproduce reality, but to create a reality of the same intensity.” – Alberto Giacometti From the New York Times – “Giacometti was an articulate, self-confident and well-informed artist whose sculptures and paintings … Continue reading