Art Quote by Urs Fischer
“If you don't enjoy making work, then it's bad. It's rough. Artwork is brutal for so many people. They let it happen to them, but it's brutal. I like the idea of an artist as somebody who works. A lot of the artists I like share this understanding.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Art and Work, Ars Electronica, 2018
Work should be enjoyable; when it feels brutal, it reflects a disconnect between passion and labor.
In simple terms: Enjoy work or it feels harsh.
Key Takeaway
Seek purpose and joy in creative labor.
Themes
work
creativity
ful
meaning
Mood
reflective
critical
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- freelance projects
- studio practice
- team collaborations
- career planning
Key Concepts
labor theory of art
psychology of motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- What aspects of your work feel rewarding?
- How can hardship fuel growth?
A Different Perspective
Not all art can be joyful; struggle can be productive.
![“An artist is somebody that puts themselves in a room, they're a wee bit self-indulgent and you know, sink into their music and it [will] be a very personal experience. An entertainer was somebody that took their God-given talent and shared it with people. And I've always wanted to be an entertainer.” quote by Johnny Reid](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/0ed/johnny-reid-50625_art_an-artist-is-somebody-that-puts-themselv_804546.jpg)
