I took photos from 1976 to when I left in 1993, primarily…
“I took photos from 1976 to when I left in 1993, primarily for Interview and a column I had called "Bob Colacello's Out" which Andy had conceived of. I've never taken a picture since, not even with my phone! It just felt too Andy Warhol to keep going around town taking photographs. And I never really thought of doing anything with them after I left the magazine until this great Art Director Sam Shahid about for or five years ago asked where all of the old photos were.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
He stopped photographing because the act felt too commercial and tied to a past persona, leading to a long creative hiatus.
In simple terms: He quit photography feeling it was too tied to a past identity.
Key Takeaway
Reevaluate why you stopped creative work.
Themes
creativity
identity
artistic integrity
career pauses
Mood
reflective
nostalgic
contemplative
Type
personal narrative
artistic statement
When to use this quote
- magazine work
- personal projects
- career transitions
- re‑engagement with art
Key Concepts
self‑concept
commercial pressure
artistic authenticity
Questions to Reflect On
- What would you create now if you weren’t constrained by past expectations?
- How does commercial pressure affect artistic choices?
A Different Perspective
May limit exploration of new styles or subjects.