“Our society is monstrously disjunctive, at once so efficient in war and so inefficient in caring for the welfare of its members. It is frightening to see people rooting in garbage pails on streets, living in cardboard crates under bridges, while their government wages war. Even when there is an emergency in a household, decent parents do not forget to feed the children.”
Quote by Anne Truitt
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PROSPECT: The Journal of an Artist
This book is a compilation of personal insights, creative thoughts, and artistic expressions from an enigmatic artist. It offers a glimpse into the artist's creative process and the inspiration behind their work. more
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Anne Truitt
Anne Truitt (March 16, 1921 - December 23, 2004) was an influential American sculptor known for her minimalist geometric sculptures. Her work, characterized by its simple shapes and bold color contrasts, had a profound impact on American sculpture in the second half of the 20th century. more
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Source: Daybook: The Journal of an Artist
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“Joy is not an alternative to opposition; it is part of a compound that includes opposition.”
“When you are a young person, the world is yours. You can do the impossible.”
“I am the poet of the high wire - I never do stunts; I do theatrical performances.”
“My objective has always been to get better, no matter where my ranking is.”