Art Quote by Frank Gehry
“In the art world Robert Rauschenberg had been combining common materials that people thought was art and beautiful, and it was. If he could do that, I could emulate him.”
About This Quote
Robert Rauschenberg’s use of everyday materials proved that unconventional art can be beautiful; this inspires imitation.
In simple terms: Art can be made from common things.
Experiment with everyday materials.
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When to use this quote
- design projects
- studio practice
- public installations
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What ordinary material could become art?
- How do you balance influence and originality?
Imitation may limit originality; risk of copying.