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“I've never claimed that this is investment art. When we first started out, all the art colleges and universities across the country would sort of badmouth what we were doing. It's funny that a lot of them now are sending us letters saying, 'We may not totally agree with the way you paint, but we…” quote by Bob Ross
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“I've never claimed that this is investment art. When we first started out, all the art colleges and universities across the country would sort of badmouth what we were doing. It's funny that a lot of them now are sending us letters saying, 'We may not totally agree with the way you paint, but we appreciate what you're doing, because you're sending literally thousands of people into art colleges.'”

Bob Ross

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Source Interview: Bob Ross on Art and Education, 1995

He acknowledges past criticism of his art style but notes growing acceptance and influence on aspiring artists.

In simple terms: His art once mocked, now respected and influential.

Key Takeaway

Embrace criticism, it can become influence.

Themes

art criticism acceptance influence

Mood

thoughtful inspirational

Type

artistic cultural

When to use this quote

  • art schools
  • public exhibitions
  • artist mentorship

Key Concepts

artistic expression public perception

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does criticism shape artistic growth?
  • Can popular art legitimize academic study?
A Different Perspective

Some may still view his work as commercial rather than fine art.

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