Quote by Jean-Michel Basquiat

I don't listen to what art critics say. I don't know anybody who needs a critic to find out what art is.

I don't listen to what art critics say. I don't know anybody

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker doesn't rely on the opinions or evaluations of art critics to understand and appreciate artwork. They believe that one doesn't need a critic to determine what constitutes art, implying that art is a personal and subjective experience. The quote seems to emphasize individual perception and the belief that art can be understood, interpreted, and appreciated without external validation or guidance.

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Art

By Jean-Michel Basquiat

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