Art Quote by D. H. Lawrence
“I have lived among enough painters and around studios to have had all the theories - and how contradictory they are - rammed down my throat. A man has to have a gizzard like an ostrich to digest all the brass-tacks and wire nails of modern art theories.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Unpublished interview, 1920s, D. H. Lawrence discussing art theory
He describes modern art theory as overwhelming and contradictory, requiring a tough, resilient mindset to process it.
In simple terms: Modern art theory is chaotic and hard to swallow.
Key Takeaway
Develop a thick skin and critical eye.
Themes
art criticism
resilience
modernism
Mood
frustrated
determined
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- gallery visits
- art school
- creative writing
- curatorial work
Key Concepts
theory overload
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you filter useful ideas from noise?
- Can you engage with theory without becoming jaded?
A Different Perspective
The quote may overstate the necessity of harshness, ignoring collaborative learning.
