Creativity Quote by Kehinde Wiley
“For me, I wanted to create something that's much more driven by a type of selfishness, a type of decadence.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Talk, Kehinde Wiley, 2015
He seeks to channel personal ambition and indulgence into his art, embracing self‑interest as a creative force.
In simple terms: He uses selfishness and decadence as artistic motivation.
Key Takeaway
Embrace bold, self‑driven creativity.
Themes
art
ambition
self‑interest
Mood
confident
provocative
Type
artistic
philosophical
When to use this quote
- painting
- personal branding
- gallery shows
Key Concepts
decadence
creative drive
Questions to Reflect On
- How does selfish ambition shape your work?
- When does decadence become excess?
A Different Perspective
Self‑interest may alienate collaborative possibilities.
