Artist Quote by Lynette Yiadom-Boakye
“The timelessness is completely important. It's partly about removing things that would become in some way nostalgic. There aren't really any markers of time, like furniture or a particular style of shoe that denote a particular period or place. I think that's why I like the outdoors, because it removes a sense of time and I want the painting to feel timeless, because it increases that sense of omnipotence.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Talk with Lynette Yiadom-Boakye, 2023
The artist seeks to erase temporal cues so the work feels endless, enhancing a feeling of limitless power.
In simple terms: Removing time signs makes art feel endless and powerful.
Key Takeaway
Design work without time markers for timeless impact.
Themes
timelessness
artistic intent
power
environment
nostalgia
Mood
contemplative
empowering
neutral
Type
artistic
philosophical
reflective
When to use this quote
- gallery installations
- studio practice
- public murals
- digital media
- interior design
Key Concepts
visual perception
omporal abstraction
psychology of space
Questions to Reflect On
- How does removing temporal cues affect viewer connection?
- What emotions arise when space feels endless?
A Different Perspective
Timelessness may alienate viewers who seek cultural context.
