Art Quote by Terry Teachout
“I'm especially interested in what I call practitioner criticism, which is when people who practice an art form start writing about it on blogs. I think that's an immensely important development. I want to see much, much more of that. People who make music who are verbally articulate. And not all musicians are verbally articulate. But those who are should be encouraged to write about what they do and their perception of what other people do. It makes the discourse smarter.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Conversation with Terry Teachout, 2015
Encouraging practitioners to write about their craft enriches discourse and bridges practice with theory.
In simple terms: Artists writing about their work improves discussion.
Key Takeaway
Support articulate creators to share insights.
Themes
art
communication
education
community
growth
Mood
inspirational
encouraging
Type
professional
educational
When to use this quote
- music blogs
- art workshops
- creative writing courses
- industry panels
Key Concepts
practitioner criticism
public discourse
knowledge sharing
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers prevent skilled artists from writing?
- How can we nurture writing skills in creators?
A Different Perspective
Not all practitioners are skilled writers; quality may vary.
