Absolutes Quote by Baker Brownell
“Art arises in those strange complexities of action that are called human beings. It is a kind of human behavior. As such it is not magic, except as human beings are magical. Nor is it concerned in absolutes, eternities, "forms," beyond those that may reside in the context of the human being and be subject to his vicissitudes. Art is not an inner state of consciousness, whatever that may mean. Neither is it essentially a supreme form of communication. Art is human behavior, and its values are contained in human behavior.”
About This Quote
Art is portrayed as a complex human behavior, not magical or absolute, rooted in everyday human experience.
In simple terms: Art is human behavior, not magic.
Key Takeaway
Value art as a reflection of human actions.
Themes
creativity
humanism
complexity
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
observational
When to use this quote
- education
- media criticism
- personal expression
Key Concepts
behavioral art
human experience
Questions to Reflect On
- How does everyday behavior become art?
- Can art be both ordinary and profound?
A Different Perspective
Art’s value may be seen as subjective.
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