Art Quote by Susan Sontag
“Real art has the capacity to make us nervous.”
About This Quote
Source Essay: On Photography, Susan Sontag, 1977
Art can provoke anxiety by confronting us with unsettling truths or unfamiliar perspectives.
In simple terms: Art can make us uneasy.
Embrace discomfort as a sign of engagement.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- gallery visits
- personal reflection
- creative practice
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does discomfort deepen your appreciation?
- When does anxiety hinder enjoyment?
Art may also inspire fear rather than insight.