Quote by Corin Nemec

What motivates me in art is the ugly and beautiful nature of the truth. It has to be truthful and honest, even if it is ugly and grotesque.

What motivates me in art is the ugly and beautiful nature of

Summary

This quote highlights the artist's motivation in their work, which is driven by the juxtaposition of the ugly and beautiful aspects of truth. The artist believes that art should reflect an unfiltered, honest portrayal of reality, even if it entails depicting disturbing or grotesque elements. The quote suggests that uncovering and embracing the truth, despite its less appealing facets, fuels the artist's creativity and influences the aesthetic choices they make in their artwork.

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