Quote by Susan Sontag

The aim of all commentary on art now should be to make works of art - and, by analogy, our own experience - more, rather than less, real to us. The function of criticism should be to show how it is what it is, even that it is what it is, rather than to show what it means.


The aim of all commentary on art now should be to make works

Summary

This quote suggests that the purpose of commentary on art should be to deepen our connection and understanding of the artwork and our own experiences. The goal of criticism is not to impose meaning on the art, but rather to highlight its true nature and existence. Instead of interpreting the meaning of the art, criticism should focus on revealing the essence of the artwork, helping us to perceive and engage with it on a more authentic level.

By Susan Sontag
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