I simply loathe the crude 1960s distinctions between…
“I simply loathe the crude 1960s distinctions between commerce and art. For me, Warhol and pop obliterated all of those separations - that was the whole point of the Brillo Boxes and Campbell's Soup Cans. And believe it or not, in 2009, moronic journalists are still saying to me, 'Your work is so commercial.'”
About This Quote
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He rejects the old split between commerce and art, seeing pop culture as a unifying force that blurs those lines.
In simple terms: Art and commerce can be one.
Embrace the blend of art and business.
Themes
Mood
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When to use this quote
- marketing campaigns
- gallery shows
- product design
- media criticism
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does blending art and commerce affect authenticity?
- Can a work be both profitable and profound?
Commercial focus can dilute artistic integrity.