Art Quote by Shepard Fairey
“The way I make art - the way a lot of people make art - is as an extension of language and communication, where references are incredibly important. It's about making a work that is inspired by something preexisting but changes it to have a new value and meaning that doesn't in any way take away from the original - and, in fact, might provide the original with a second life or a new audience.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Design, 2015
Art is treated as an extension of language, where referencing and transforming existing works creates new meaning without diminishing the original.
In simple terms: Art reinterprets existing ideas to add fresh value.
Key Takeaway
Respect originals while innovating.
Themes
art
language
reference
transformation
culture
innovation
Mood
inspired
thoughtful
analytical
Type
artist statement
philosophical
When to use this quote
- gallery exhibitions
- branding
- public murals
Key Concepts
intertextuality
semiotics
creative remix
Questions to Reflect On
- How can artists honor sources while innovating?
- What responsibilities do creators have to original works?
A Different Perspective
Risk of plagiarism or misinterpretation exists.
