Back side Quote by Woody Guthrie
“My eyes has been my camera taking pictures of the world and my songs has been my messages that I tried to scatter across the back sides and along the steps of the fire escapes and on the window sills and through the dark halls...”
About This Quote
Source Song: "The Fire Escape" (unreleased), 1960s
Artistic expression captures the world through sight and sound, sharing messages across everyday spaces.
In simple terms: Music and vision convey truth in daily life.
Use art to communicate personal truth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- street murals
- community concerts
- photo essays
- public poetry
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you make your message more visible?
- What everyday places can become canvases for your work?
Art may be ignored or misunderstood by mainstream audiences.