People don't talk to you properly. It's the way they talk to you; they dismiss you. I think it's a combination of me being a woman and a foreigner.
Zaha HadidRead
You don't always have to show art in what's called a white box; you can have a kind of complexity within an exhibit which actually respects the art as well.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Art can be displayed in various environments, not just traditional settings, allowing for more complexity and respect for the artwork.
This quote emphasizes that art should not be confined to standard exhibition spaces, often referred to as 'white boxes'. Instead, the context in which art is shown can enhance its meaning and presence, offering a multi-dimensional experience that honors the artistry involved. Zaha Hadid advocates for a more complex integration of art within its environment, allowing for creative expression that goes beyond conventional norms.
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ArtExhibitionCreativityDesignEnvironment
In practice
Example use cases
In a discussion about art installation, you might reference this quote to illustrate innovative exhibition ideas.
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