Appearance Quote by Hans Hofmann
“The plastic artist may or may not be concerned with presenting a superficial appearance of reality, but he is always concerned with the presentation - if not the representation - of the plastic values of reality.”
About This Quote
Notes that a plastic artist focuses on presenting values of reality, not merely its surface, emphasizing presentation over representation.
In simple terms: Artist emphasizes presenting reality’s values, not just appearance.
Key Takeaway
Focus on underlying values in creative work.
Themes
art theory
representation
aesthetics
Mood
analytical
thoughtful
Type
philosophical
educational
When to use this quote
- gallery exhibitions
- art education
- creative practice
Key Concepts
philosophy of art
visual perception
conceptual depth
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “plastic values” mean to you?
- How does presentation shape perception?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations of “plastic values” vary widely.
![“I think as much as possible, an artist, if he has any kind of social or political concern, has to…expose as much as possible what he sees so that some people think about things that they don’t normally think about… [Art] should be something that liberates the soul, provokes the imagination and…” quote by Keith Haring](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9ee/keith-haring-14071_art_i-think-as-much-as-possible-an-artist-if_138866.jpg)
