Art Quote by Bill Jay
“Only in art can you make something that no one wants and still be considered successful.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The Art of the Photograph by Bill Jay, 1973
Art can succeed by creating works that lack popular demand yet achieve critical or cultural recognition.
In simple terms: Success in art isn’t tied to demand.
Key Takeaway
Value artistic integrity over market approval.
Themes
creativity
success
artistic integrity
Mood
reflective
thoughtful
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- gallery exhibitions
- indie film projects
- experimental music releases
- avant‑garde fashion shows
Key Concepts
cultural value
critical acclaim
nonconformity
Questions to Reflect On
- What does success mean to you beyond sales?
- How can you measure impact without numbers?
A Different Perspective
Success may still depend on niche audiences or institutional validation.
![“I think 'Elbow' were considered successful even before [2008's] Seldom Seen Kid because we were living off the band. We have a great manager who keeps our coffers topped off, and we give ourselves a sensible wage with a view to having three fallow years between records. We always make sure we have…” quote by Guy Garvey](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6cc/guy-garvey-38208_band_i-think-elbow-were-considered-successful_255322.jpg)
![“...photographers who carry 60 pounds of equipment up a hill to photograph a view are not suffering enough, although their whining causes enough suffering among their listeners. No, if they really expect us to respect their search for enlightenment and artistic expression, in [the] future they will…” quote by Bill Jay](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/cc9/bill-jay-14930_artistic_photographers-who-carry-60-pounds-of-equ_819669.jpg)
