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“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.” quote by Jasper Johns
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“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.”

Jasper Johns

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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.

Key Takeaway

Seek unconventional inspiration.

Themes

creativity perception artistic value

Mood

reflective inquisitive

Type

analytical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • gallery curation
  • creative brainstorming
  • educational workshops

Key Concepts

Aesthetic theory subjectivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you reframe a 'bad' piece as inspiring?
  • What criteria define artistic value?
A Different Perspective

Not all audiences appreciate unconventional sources.

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