Art Quote by John Berger
“The collaboration which sometimes follows is seldom based on good will: usually on desire, rage, fear, pity or longing. The modern illusion concerning painting (which post-modernism has done nothing to correct) is that the artist is the creator. Rather he is a reciever. What seems like creaton is the act of giving form to what he has recieved.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: Ways of Seeing, 1972
Collaboration often stems from complex emotions rather than pure goodwill; the artist receives and shapes existing material.
In simple terms: Collaboration is driven by mixed motives and reception.
Key Takeaway
Recognize hidden motives in teamwork.
Themes
art
collaboration
motivation
Mood
analytical
critical
Type
theory
philosophical
When to use this quote
- gallery projects
- film crews
- design teams
- research groups
Key Concepts
Post‑modernism
creative reception
Questions to Reflect On
- What drives your collaborative choices?
- How do you balance receipt and creation?
A Different Perspective
May overlook genuine altruistic partnerships.
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