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Art Quote by Milton Resnick

“From the very beginning, art meant something very important to the people who made it. It was a correspondence of the emotions to what you saw; it wasn't knowledge. You were being at one with something eternal; something outside of yourself. And no matter how many fake things have been brought in…” quote by Milton Resnick
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“From the very beginning, art meant something very important to the people who made it. It was a correspondence of the emotions to what you saw; it wasn't knowledge. You were being at one with something eternal; something outside of yourself. And no matter how many fake things have been brought in to suit other conditions... That is still true.”

Milton Resnick

About This Quote

Source Essay: Art Theory, 1975, Milton Resnick on the purpose of art

Art serves as an emotional conduit, connecting creator and observer beyond intellectual knowledge.

In simple terms: Art expresses feelings, not facts.

Key Takeaway

Create or appreciate art to feel connected.

Themes

art emotion human experience

Mood

reflective introspective

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • gallery visits
  • personal creation
  • therapy
  • cultural critique

Key Concepts

aesthetic theory subjectivity

Questions to Reflect On

  • What emotions does a favorite artwork evoke?
  • Can art change your perspective on a topic?
A Different Perspective

Some argue art can also convey knowledge or political messages.

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