Art Quote by Robert Rauschenberg
“Even at this late date, I go into my studio, and I think 'Is this going to be it? Is it the end?' You see, nearly everything terrorizes me. When an artist loses that terror, he's through.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: 1995, Artforum
An artist confronts mortality and doubt, fearing the end of creative relevance; terror fuels artistic drive.
In simple terms: Fear of ending fuels artistic urgency.
Key Takeaway
Embrace creative terror as a catalyst.
Themes
art
mortality
creativity
Mood
introspective
serious
Type
inspirational
philosophical
When to use this quote
- studio practice
- exhibition preparation
- creative blocks
- career retrospectives
Key Concepts
existentialism
psychology
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you channel fear without being overwhelmed?
- What rituals sustain creative momentum?
A Different Perspective
Too much terror can paralyze creation.
