Abstract painting is abstract. It confronts you. There was a reviewer a while back who wrote that my pictures didn't have any beginning or any end. He didn't mean it as a compliment, but it was.
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When I say artist I mean the man who is building things - creating molding the earth - whether it be the plains of the west - or the iron ore of Penn. It's all a big game of construction - some with a brush - some with a shovel - some choose a pen.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes that artists come in various forms and mediums, all contributing to the act of creation.
Jackson Pollock's quote highlights the idea that artistry is not confined to traditional definitions but encompasses all forms of creation. Whether through painting, sculpting, writing, or any other medium, individuals contribute to the construction and shaping of the world around us. It suggests that the creative process is a universal endeavor, akin to the work done by builders and laborers, bringing forth innovation and expression in diverse ways.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about creativity, one might say this quote to inspire art students.
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