Art Quote by Clifford Ross
“Most of the time, as an artist, I can be self-indulgent, fulfilling my own impulses, embracing imagery that contains poetry on my own terms, without immediate regard to an audience or the particular placement of my finished work.”
About This Quote
Artists may indulge personal impulses, creating poetic imagery without immediate audience concern.
In simple terms: Self‑indulgence can guide artistic expression.
Key Takeaway
Allow personal impulses to shape your art, but consider audience later.
Themes
artistic freedom
self‑indulgence
poetry
imagery
process
Mood
reflective
creative
introspective
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My own:0
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Placement:0
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Regard:0
Self:0
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When to use this quote
- studio work
- gallery shows
- personal projects
- creative retreats
- public exhibitions
Key Concepts
personal expression
creative autonomy
audience awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you prioritize audience feedback?
- How does personal poetry translate to broader appeal?
A Different Perspective
Ignoring audience can limit impact.
![“Licensing is how indie rock people make a living these days, so whatever about that. But I want good films and good placement for the songs because I want to be exclusive. I don't want to just sign it away because I don't want songs to lose meaning, but I'm also...I don't care [that] Wilco sold…” quote by Justin Vernon](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/745/justin-vernon-4380_care_licensing-is-how-indie-rock-people-make_317128.jpg)
