...all along I've had an ambivalent relationship to…
“...all along I've had an ambivalent relationship to photography - but as to whether I thought it an art form, or a craft, or a technique, well, I've always been taken with Henry Geldzahler's answer to that question when he said, I thought it was a hobby.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Hockney sees photography as a hobby rather than high art, emphasizing personal enjoyment over classification.
In simple terms: He treats photography as a hobby.
Key Takeaway
Enjoy the process, not the label.
Themes
art
craft
photography
identity
Mood
reflective
curious
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- personal projects
- social media sharing
- gallery exhibitions
- art education
Key Concepts
aesthetic
self‑definition
creative freedom
Questions to Reflect On
- How does labeling affect your creative freedom?
- Do you value the activity more than its status?
A Different Perspective
Some may argue that dismissing photography as a hobby undermines its cultural impact.