Art Quote by Marina Abramovic
“From the very early stage when I started doing performance art in the '70s, the general attitude - not just me, but also my colleagues - was that there should not be any documentation, that the performance itself is artwork and there should be no documentation.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Performance Art Reflections, 1990s
Early performance art rejected documentation, emphasizing the live act as the sole artwork.
In simple terms: Live art only.
Key Takeaway
Value presence over records.
Themes
art
authenticity
ephemerality
Mood
contemplative
serious
Type
statement
philosophical
When to use this quote
- gallery openings
- live theater
- public installations
Key Concepts
performance theory
presence
documentation ethics
Questions to Reflect On
- How does the absence of records affect memory?
- Can art exist without a trace?
A Different Perspective
Audience may miss fleeting moments without records.
