Health Quote by Hito Steyerl
“I'm all for health and safety regulations. But the thing I don't understand is this: to put up a video, there's a ton of health and safety regulations, which are really irrational, to the point of not being able to show an artwork. Then, when it comes to real people, where is health and safety?”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Art of the Real, 2020
Regulations can become so restrictive that they hinder artistic expression, revealing a tension between safety and creative freedom.
In simple terms: Safety rules sometimes block art.
Key Takeaway
Balance safety with artistic needs.
Themes
art
regulation
creativity
freedom
Mood
frustrated
critical
Type
analytical
critical
When to use this quote
- gallery installations
- public performances
- online video platforms
- film production
Key Concepts
censorship
public policy
artistic risk
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists work within safety constraints?
- What safeguards are essential without limiting art?
A Different Perspective
Regulations may protect but can also stifle innovation.
