I'd been painting rats for three years before someone said 'that's clever it's an anagram of art' and I had to pretend I'd known that all along.
BanksyRead
An exhibition is in many ways a series of conversations. Between the artist and viewer, curator and viewer, and between the works of art themselves. It clicks when an exhibition feels like it has answered some questions, and raised even more.
Interpretation
What this quote means
An exhibition facilitates a dialogue between various parties involved in the art world, enhancing the viewer's experience.
This quote highlights the interactive nature of art exhibitions, emphasizing that they are not just displays but dynamic exchanges. Conversations arise not only between the artist and the viewers but also among the viewers and between the artworks themselves. A successful exhibition provokes curiosity and deeper thought, often leaving viewers with more questions than answers, showcasing the power of art to inspire dialogue and reflection.
Themes
ExhibitionArtConversationViewerArtistCurator
In practice
Example use cases
During an art seminar, the facilitator referred to the quote to emphasize the interactive nature of exhibitions.
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