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Architecture Quote by Frank Gehry

“Generally in our world, whether in architecture or almost anywhere else, we devalue the artist, and schools at whatever level shut people down.” quote by Frank Gehry
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“Generally in our world, whether in architecture or almost anywhere else, we devalue the artist, and schools at whatever level shut people down.”

Frank Gehry

About This Quote

Source Interview: Public talk on architecture education, 2015

Society often undervalues artistic contributions and discourages creative expression in formal education.

In simple terms: Artists are undervalued and schools suppress creativity.

Key Takeaway

Champion artistic voices and nurture creativity in schools.

Themes

art education valuation creativity culture

Mood

frustrated hopeful

Type

critical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • art schools
  • design studios
  • public art projects
  • curriculum reform

Key Concepts

aesthetic value social bias institutional pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can institutions better support artists?
  • What changes would you make to art education?
A Different Perspective

Creative fields still face funding cuts and market pressures.

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