Art Quote by Robert Longo
“I always imagine that I want to make art that is going to kill you,whether it’s going to do it visually or physically, I’ll take either way.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art Talk, Robert Longo, 2015
The artist seeks to create work so powerful it overwhelms the audience, even to the point of metaphorical destruction.
In simple terms: Art can be so intense it feels destructive.
Key Takeaway
Embrace bold, unsettling creativity.
Themes
art
danger
impact
creativity
Mood
provocative
intense
controversial
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- gallery openings
- performance art
- experimental installations
- provocative design
Key Concepts
aesthetic shock
psychology of fear
artist intent
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance shock with meaning?
- What responsibility does an artist have for audience reaction?
A Different Perspective
Such intensity can alienate viewers or be misinterpreted as literal threat.
