An artist cannot speak about his art any more than a plant can discuss horticulture.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Art is an expression that cannot be fully explained by words or theory.
- In plain terms
- You cannot explain art with words any more than a plant can explain gardening.
- What can you take from it?
- Experience art directly rather than trying to define it.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Can art ever be fully understood?
- Why do we try to explain it?
Another view
Some art is meant to be analyzed and explained.
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