Artist Quote by David Altmejd
“Some sculptors make drawings, I make heads.”
About This Quote
Source Artist statement, 2020
Some sculptors draw, I sculpt heads.
In simple terms: Focus on sculptural portraiture over drawing.
Explore three‑dimensional representation of identity.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- gallery exhibitions
- studio practice
- public installations
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Why choose heads over other subjects?
- What does a head convey that a drawing does not?
Sculpting heads may limit exploration of other forms.