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Art Quote by Marcel Duchamp

“I realized very soon the danger of repeating indiscriminately (forms of) expression... for the spectator even more than for the artist, art is a habit forming drug and I wanted to protect my (art) against such contamination.” quote by Marcel Duchamp
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““I realized very soon the danger of repeating indiscriminately (forms of) expression... for the spectator even more than for the artist, art is a habit forming drug and I wanted to protect my (art) against such contamination.””

Marcel Duchamp

About This Quote

Source Interview: Art and Society, 1965

Art can become a habit-forming drug, risking mind when repeated without intention.

In simple terms: Art can become addictive and repetitive.

Key Takeaway

Guard artistic originality.

Themes

art creativity habit contamination

Mood

introspective critical

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • creative practice
  • exhibition planning
  • educational workshops
  • artist collaborations

Key Concepts

authenticity originality cultural impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you keep your art fresh?
  • What defines artistic contamination?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on novelty may alienate audiences.

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