Artist Quote by De Kooning
““Interviewer: “How do you feel about people who paint all these great de Koonings?” De Kooning: “But they can’t do the bad ones.””
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art discussion, 1970s, unknown publication
The artist distinguishes between good and bad works, implying critics should focus on quality rather than fame.
In simple terms: Judge art by merit, not reputation.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize artistic merit.
Themes
art
criticism
quality
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- gallery curation
- art education
- collector decisions
- media coverage
Key Concepts
subjectivity
valuation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we define bad art?
- Is fame a reliable quality indicator?
A Different Perspective
Subjectivity makes defining “bad” art contentious.
