Approach Quote by Jerry Saltz
“I'm noticing a new approach to art making in recent museum and gallery shows. It flickered into focus at the New Museum's 'Younger Than Jesus' last year and ran through the Whitney Biennial, and I'm seeing it blossom and bear fruit at 'Greater New York,' MoMA P.S. 1's twice-a-decade extravaganza of emerging local talent.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Critic on Contemporary Trends, 2023
The critic notes a rising trend where emerging artists blend personal narratives with broader cultural commentary, gaining visibility through major exhibitions.
In simple terms: New art focuses on personal stories linked to culture.
Key Takeaway
Support artists who connect personal experience to larger themes.
Themes
art
culture
emerging talent
exhibition
trend
Mood
analytical
optimistic
Type
critical
observational
When to use this quote
- gallery curating
- artist mentorship
- art education
- collective programming
Key Concepts
narrative art
institutional influence
market dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What responsibilities do curators have in shaping trends?
- How does commercial pressure affect artistic authenticity?
A Different Perspective
It may underplay the value of traditional techniques and historical continuity.
