Angle Quote by Anonymous
“An artist is a person who lives in the triangle which remains after the angle which we may call common sense has been removed from this four-cornered world.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: 2010, on artistic perception
Art exists in the space left when common sense is set aside, revealing deeper insight.
In simple terms: Art lives beyond common sense.
Key Takeaway
Explore beyond the obvious.
Themes
art
perception
creativity
Mood
contemplative
inspired
Type
philosophical
creative
When to use this quote
- gallery curation
- creative brainstorming
- experimental design
Key Concepts
philosophy of art
abstract thinking
cognitive bias
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “common sense” hide?
- How can you cultivate the “triangle” of art?
A Different Perspective
Overemphasis on common sense can limit innovation.
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