Art is, for me, the process of trying to wake up the soul. Because we live in an industrialized, fast-paced world that prefers that the soul remain asleep.
Bill ViolaRead
A lot of what making art is, is just being open, and empty. And putting yourself in the right place for things to, literally, come together.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Creating art involves being receptive and allowing inspirations to flow in.
This quote by Bill Viola emphasizes the importance of openness and emptiness in the artistic process. It suggests that artists must create an environment for inspiration, allowing ideas and creativity to converge naturally, rather than forcing the process.
Themes
ArtCreativityOpennessInspirationExpression
In practice
Example use cases
This quote can be used in an art class to inspire students about the creative process.
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