When you stop doing something, it doesn't mean you are rejecting the previous work. That's the mistake; it's not rejecting it, it's saying, 'I have exploited it enough now and I wish to take a look at another corner.'
David HockneyRead
Television is becoming a collage - there are so many channels that you move through them making a collage yourself. In that sense, everyone sees something a bit different.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Television offers diverse content, allowing viewers to create unique experiences based on what they choose to watch.
David Hockney's quote reflects on the modern experience of television, suggesting that the vast array of channels available allows each viewer to curate their own personal collection of media. This evolution into a 'collage' symbolizes the individuality of perspective in a world where media consumption is increasingly personalized, emphasizing that no two viewers will perceive the same content in the same way.
Themes
TelevisionCollageChannelsPerspectiveMediaPersonalization
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about media consumption trends, one could say, 'As David Hockney mentioned, television is becoming a collage, allowing each viewer to craft their unique viewing experience.'
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