About Quote by Jasper Johns
“What you might consider a bad work can be of extreme interest to an artist in ways which are not about its being a good or bad.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Perception, 1995
Artists can find value in work deemed poor, focusing on its unique qualities rather than conventional merit.
In simple terms: Artists see value beyond good or bad.
Seek unconventional inspiration.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- gallery curation
- creative brainstorming
- educational workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you reframe a 'bad' piece as inspiring?
- What criteria define artistic value?
Not all audiences appreciate unconventional sources.