When I speak of poetry I am not thinking of it as a genre. Poetry is an awareness of the world, a particular way of relating to reality. So poetry becomes a philosophy to guide a man throughout his life.
Andrei TarkovskyRead
AN ARTISTIC DISCOVERY OCCURS EACH TIME AS A NEW AND UNIQUE IMAGE OF THE WORLD, A HIEROGLYPHIC OF ABSOLUTE TRUTH. IT APPEARS AS A REVELATION, AS A MOMENTARY, PASSIONATE WISH TO GRASP INTUITIVELY AND AT A STROKE ALL THE LAWS OF THIS WORLD-ITS BEAUTY AND UGLINESS, ITS COMPASSION AND CRUELTY, ITS INFINITY AND ITS LIMITATIONS.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Art captures unique interpretations of reality, revealing deep truths about existence.
This quote by Andrei Tarkovsky highlights the transformative power of artistic expression. Every artistic endeavor reveals a new perspective on the world, reflecting both its beauty and harshness. The process of creation is depicted as a profound revelation, aiming to encompass the complexities of life, including both its wonders and its struggles. Through art, we aspire to intuitively understand and convey the intricate balance of experiences that define humanity.
Themes
ArtTruthBeautyExpressionCreativityDiscovery
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be shared in an art class to inspire students about the significance of their creative expression.
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The only condition of fighting for the right to create is faith in your own vocation, readiness to serve, and refusal to compromise.
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