Art Quote by Michael Chow
“I would have conversations with European artists. Meaning, people look at my painting and one person would say, "Oh, your painting is just like so-and-so!" Another person would say, "It's just like so-and-so." But at the end, it's a chain of relay like a marathon. There are so many so-and-so's that eventually it becomes mine. My dialogue was completely European, with the '40s, '50s, '60s artists, but on the exterior side I do big painting. It's post-Pollock. It's current. It's a meeting of the time. The Chinese side just comes out.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Talk, date unknown
The artist sees his work as a dialogue with past European masters, absorbing influences until they become his own unique voice.
In simple terms: He blends European influence with his own style, creating a personal, contemporary art.
Key Takeaway
Embrace influences, then transform them into your own expression.
Themes
art
influence
identity
dialogue
Mood
reflective
creative
introspective
Type
statement
philosophical
When to use this quote
- painting exhibitions
- artist statements
- art education
- curatorial discussions
Key Concepts
cultural synthesis
artistic lineage
creative evolution
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance homage and originality?
- What influences shape your artistic voice?
A Different Perspective
The risk of losing originality when overly mimicking others.
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