1,307 Quotes About Artists

An artist must take comfort that there's no satisfaction whatsoever with one's creation, just a dissatisfaction that keeps one a step away from sliding into mediocrity.

Some wounds so deep, words can’t even begin to decipher the consuming ache inside my soul, this is why I have art.

Most artists weren't famous until they died (mostly because once they'd died they couldn't create any more art, so it would make it more valuable).

Creating the kind of connections between people that lead to collective civic action, political expression, community dialogue, shared cultural experiences.

There is no such thing as an “independent artist”. All artists are essentially co-dependent of the audience.

But sometimes, talent isn't worth shit. There are tons of talentless people out there making zillions of dollars. And unfortunately, an equal number of brilliant artists whose name and voices you'll never hear. - Paul Hudson

Writers, poets and artists inspire each other. I believe they become muses for each other.

Industry without talent is useless. Talent without industry is exasperating. The two together can make an artist.

Most artists wont congratulate other artist for winning because they suffer from it should have been me syndrome