Quote by Pablo Picasso

When art critics get together, they talk about Form and Structure and Meaning. When artists get together, they talk about where you can buy cheap turpentine.

When art critics get together, they talk about Form and Stru

Summary

This quote highlights the difference in perspective between art critics and artists. It suggests that art critics predominantly focus on formal aspects of art, such as form, structure, and meaning, while artists tend to have more practical concerns, such as the tools and materials needed for their craft, symbolized here by the discussion of cheap turpentine. The quote playfully suggests that artists are more concerned with the hands-on aspect of creating art, contrasting their priorities with the analytical approach of art critics.

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By Pablo Picasso

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