4 Quotes by Elizabeth Catlett

Art is only important to the extent that it aids in the liberation of our people.

‎I was born in the US and l have lived in Mexico since 1946. I believe that all these states of being have influenced my work and made it what you see today. I am inspired by Black people and Mexican people, my two peoples. My art speaks for both my peoples

I have always wanted my art to service my people – to reflect us, to relate to us, to stimulate us, to make us aware of our potential. We have to create an art for liberation and for life.

I have always wanted my art to service my people... We have to create an art for liberation and for life.