Quote by Peter Hammill

Actually I think Art lies in both directions - the broad strokes, big picture but on the other hand the minute examination of the apparently mundane. Seeing the whole world in a grain of sand, that kind of thing.

Actually I think Art lies in both directions - the broad str

Summary

This quote suggests that art can exist on a spectrum, encompassing both grand, abstract concepts and close, intricate observations of ordinary things. It highlights the idea that art can be found in the big picture as well as in the details that may seem trivial or unremarkable. It emphasizes the notion of finding depth and significance in seemingly insignificant aspects of life, symbolized by the reference to seeing the entire world in a tiny grain of sand. In essence, the quote posits that art can be derived from both broad, expansive concepts and the meticulous examination of the seemingly mundane.

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By Peter Hammill

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