Artificial Quote by Chuck Close
“The reason I don't like realist, photorealist, neorealist, or whatever, is that I am as interested in the artificial as I am in the real.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art philosophy, 2010
The artist values both artificial and real, rejecting strict realism in favor of a broader creative scope.
In simple terms: Art should explore both real and imagined worlds.
Embrace both realism and imagination in work.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- painting
- digital art
- conceptual projects
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance realism with abstraction?
- What benefits arise from mixing artificial and real?
Focusing on both may dilute a clear style.