Art Quote by Jerry Saltz
“After too much art that made too much sense, artists are operating blind again. They're more interested in the possible than the probable, the private that speaks publicly rather than the public with no private side at all.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Review Podcast, 2023
Artists have shifted focus from logical clarity to exploring possibilities, valuing private expression over public conformity.
In simple terms: Artists favor possibility over certainty, embracing private voices.
Embrace uncertainty and personal vision.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- gallery curation
- personal projects
- public installations
- art education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does private expression shape public art?
- What balances possibility with audience comprehension?
Risk of alienating audiences seeking clarity.