Art is what is irresistible.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Art possesses a compelling power that draws people in against their will.
- In plain terms
- True art captivates everyone who encounters it.
- What can you take from it?
- Create work that naturally draws people in.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What makes art irresistible to you?
- Can you resist art you dislike?
Another view
Not all art is universally irresistible to everyone.
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