Art Quote by Gerhard Richter
“I was a student, and as such you generally rely on prior models of how to make art, but these were not satisfying. Then I discovered in photos what had been missing in paintings; namely that they make a terrific variety of statements and have great substance. That is what I wanted to convey to paintings and apply to it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Photography, 1995
The artist realized that photographs offer diverse expressive possibilities and substance lacking in painting, and sought to bring that richness into his paintings.
In simple terms: Photos give varied statements and depth; he wanted that in paintings.
Key Takeaway
Incorporate photographic insight into painting.
Themes
art
expression
influence
medium
creativity
Mood
contemplative
inspired
Type
artistic
reflective
When to use this quote
- painting practice
- photography study
- art education
- creative experimentation
Key Concepts
visual language
interdisciplinary approach
perceptual depth
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you blend different visual media?
- What does substance mean in art?
A Different Perspective
Balancing traditional techniques with new media can be challenging.
