Able Quote by Lawrence Weiner
“I'm not against art fairs, in fact this last one I even made money, but the concept is really disgusting. If you're that rich to be able to hang out for two or three days, you're certainly rich enough to get on a plane and go to Munich or Düsseldorf or wherever and see somebody's real show instead of this stuff just stacked around.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Artforum Magazine, 1995
The speaker criticizes art fairs as elitist events that waste time and money when authentic exhibitions are accessible elsewhere.
In simple terms: Art fairs are seen as wasteful and exclusive.
Key Takeaway
Seek genuine art experiences over commercial events.
Themes
elitism
authenticity
consumerism
Mood
critical
contemplative
Type
analytical
opinionated
When to use this quote
- travel to major museum exhibitions
- support local galleries
- evaluate personal art consumption
Key Concepts
art market
cultural value
accessibility
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you prioritize authenticity over convenience in art consumption?
- How might fairs support emerging artists despite perceived elitism?
A Different Perspective
The critique may overlook the networking and exposure benefits fairs fairs provide for emerging artists.
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