Apprehension Quote by Herbert Read
“Sensibility... is a direct and particular reaction to the separate and individual nature of things. It begins and ends with the sensuous apprehension of colour, texture and formal relations; and if we strive to organize these elements, it is not with the idea of increasing the knowledge of the mind, but rather in order to intensify the pleasure of the senses.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Art and Activity by Herbert Read, 1934
Sensibility involves deep sensory perception, focusing on intensifying pleasure through colour, texture, and form rather than intellectual knowledge.
In simple terms: Sensibility is about feeling and enjoying sensory details.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize sensory experience over analysis.
Themes
aesthetics
sensory perception
pleasure
Mood
contemplative
appreciative
Type
philosophical
artistic
When to use this quote
- painting
- interior design
- fashion design
Key Concepts
art theory
phenomenology
visual arts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance sensory pleasure with intellectual depth?
- What sensory elements most inspire you?
A Different Perspective
It may neglect intellectual or conceptual aspects of art.
