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“But I always liked the fact that you get these totally unacceptable images, but they're taken by a really expensive photographer, with great light, and in terms of the quality of the photograph it's a great photograph, but in terms of imagery it's unacceptable, and I like that contradiction.” quote by Damien Hirst
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“But I always liked the fact that you get these totally unacceptable images, but they're taken by a really expensive photographer, with great light, and in terms of the quality of the photograph it's a great photograph, but in terms of imagery it's unacceptable, and I like that contradiction.”

Damien Hirst

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

The value of a photograph can be high technically yet conceptually problematic, and that tension creates artistic interest.

In simple terms: Great technique can clash with disturbing content, creating tension.

Key Takeaway

Embrace contradictions in creative work.

Themes

art contradiction value

Mood

provocative thoughtful

Type

critical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • gallery exhibitions
  • art criticism
  • creative workshops

Key Concepts

aesthetic paradox art criticism visual culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • What contradictions in your work spark interest?
  • Do you value technique over message?
A Different Perspective

Some may find the tension off‑putting; not all audiences appreciate it.

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