Skip to content

Adventure Quote by Clive Barker

“Let us not neglect the forbidden. Let us not sophisticate ourselves out of the cheap thrill and chill of it: the story told for perversity's sake, and all the better for that; the image created because an artist gets tired of reasons sometimes, and wants to dredge up some picture he's been haunted…” quote by Clive Barker
Download Open image
““Let us not neglect the forbidden. Let us not sophisticate ourselves out of the cheap thrill and chill of it: the story told for perversity's sake, and all the better for that; the image created because an artist gets tired of reasons sometimes, and wants to dredge up some picture he's been haunted by, and parade it like a new tattoo. I go with it, readily.””

Clive Barker

About This Quote

Embraces the allure of the forbidden and irrational, valuing raw, visceral creativity over rational restraint.

In simple terms: Celebrates irrational, forbidden creativity.

Key Takeaway

Forbidden art fuels authentic expression.

Themes

creativity irrationality transgression artistic freedom psychology

Mood

defiant intrigued reverent

Type

philosophical provocative

When to use this quote

  • exploring taboo subjects
  • pushing artistic boundaries
  • seeking visceral inspiration
  • rejecting over‑analysis
  • embracing chaos

Key Concepts

forbidden allure artist's subconscious raw expression

Practical Applications

  • creative writing
  • visual art

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why do we fear the forbidden?
  • How can embracing irrationality enrich art?
4.3 out of 5 (10 ratings)

More by Clive Barker

Explore all 365 Clive Barker quotes

More Adventure quotes

Browse all 7,692 Adventure quotes