Television is bubble-gum for the mind.
Frank Lloyd WrightRead
I do not believe in adding enrichment merely for the sake of enrichment. Unless it adds clearness to the enunciation of the theme, it is undesirable, for it is very little understood.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Art should serve a purpose and enhance understanding, rather than being decorative without reason.
This quote by Frank Lloyd Wright emphasizes the importance of meaningfulness in art and design. It suggests that any embellishment or enrichment in art should contribute to a clearer understanding of the central theme, rather than complicating it or existing purely for aesthetic reasons. Wright advocates for clarity and purpose in artistic expression, highlighting that art should be accessible and comprehensible to its audience.
Themes
ArtDesignClarityMeaningEnrichment
In practice
Example use cases
An art critic might use this quote to evaluate a new exhibition's focus on clarity over complexity.
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