Art Quote by Jerry Saltz
“Being critical of art is a way of showing art respect. No sports writer would say, "Well the Yankees had a great season this year." No food critic would get a bad meal and say, "Oh, it was so lovely." It always strikes me as odd when people say, "Why do you write negatively about any art?" I think that everybody has mixed feelings about everything - even Goya. I mean, I look at Rembrandt sometimes and I hear a voice in my head go, "It's pretty brown."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Critic Interview, 2015
Critiquing art shows respect by engaging deeply, unlike praising sports or food without analysis.
In simple terms: Critique respects art.
Key Takeaway
Engage deeply, critique respectfully.
Themes
art criticism
respect
analysis
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- gallery visits
- art education
- museum tours
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
aesthetic judgment
subjectivity
critical thinking
Questions to Reflect On
- How does critique differ from condemnation?
- When does critique become disrespectful?
A Different Perspective
Critique can be perceived as negative, discouraging creators.
