America Quote by Hector Tobar

I think there are a lot more important things than art in the world. But not to me.

— A. S. Byatt

I believe art is utterly important. It is one of the things that could save us.

— Mary Oliver

“Art is only important to the extent that it aids in the liberation of our people.”

— Elizabeth Catlett

I believe art is utterly important. It is one of the things that could save us. We don't have to rely totally on experience…

— Mary Oliver

I believe all of us should have the freedom to have our personal take on how art affects us.

— Parvathy

art is the pulse of a nation.

— Gertrude Stein

Art is the attention we pay to the wholeness of the world.

— Guy Davenport

Art matters not merely because it is the most magnificent ornament and the most nearly unfailing occupation of our lives, but because it is…

— Randall Jarrell

If art doesn't make us better, then what on earth is it for.

— Alice Walker

Art is fundamental, unique to each of us...Even in difficult economic times - especially in difficult economic times, the arts are essential.

— Maria Shriver

“Those seeking political and economic change should consider embracing art. Part of our role as citizens is to look more closely at the media…

— Jonathan Taplin

I’ve come to believe that, fundamentally, art matters more than politics.

— John Luther Adams