Artist Quote by Brice Marden
“Holding together a kind of tension. When you see a painting that's really good that's what it's doing.”
About This Quote
A compelling painting creates a dynamic tension that engages the viewer, similar to a well-crafted narrative or performance.
In simple terms: Good art holds tension that engages viewers.
Seek tension in creative work.
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When to use this quote
- gallery curation
- art criticism
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What tension does this painting evoke?
- How does tension affect your perception?
Tension can be misinterpreted as chaos.