I wanted to deal with light directly rather than with paint.
James TurrellRead
We think we receive all that we perceive, but in fact, we actually give the sky its colour.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Our perception shapes our experience of reality, suggesting that we contribute to its nature.
James Turrell's quote implies that our understanding and perception of the world are not merely passive receptions of sensory information, but active contributions that shape our experience. By stating that we 'give the sky its colour,' Turrell emphasizes the subjective nature of reality, suggesting that our minds and expectations influence what we see and how we interpret the world around us.
Themes
PerceptionRealityExperienceShapingMindSubjectivity
In practice
Example use cases
In a public speech about the importance of perspective in art and science.
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