Utopia is in the moment. Not in some future time, some other place, but in the here and now, or else it is nowhere.
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It is not art in the professionalized sense about which I care, but that which is created sacredly, as a result of a deep inner experience, with all of oneself, and that becomes 'art' in time.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote emphasizes the importance of personal, authentic experiences in creating art over professional definitions of art.
Alfred Stieglitz suggests that true art is not defined by professional standards or the art world but arises from an individual's profound inner experiences. The value of art lies in its authenticity and the emotional investment of the creator, which can lead to its recognition as art over time.
Themes
ArtAuthenticityExperienceExpressionCreativity
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about creativity, one might quote this to emphasize the value of personal experience in artistic endeavors.
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