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Some artists imagine theyve got a hold on this apparatus, which in fact has got a hold of them. As a result, they end up
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"Some artists imagine they've got a hold on this apparatus, which in fact has got a hold of them. As a result, they end up supporting a cultural prison that is out of their control"

- Robert Smithson

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This quote by Robert Smithson is a commentary on the power of art and the impact it has on society. He recommends that some artists think they have control over the art they create, but in truth, the art has control over them. This is because the art they create is frequently reflective of the culture they reside in, and they are not able to get away the confines of that culture. As an outcome, they are required to support a cultural prison that runs out their control. Smithson's quote is a pointer that art is a powerful tool, and it can be used to both shape and show the culture we live in. It is essential to be knowledgeable about the power of art and to use it properly.
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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Robert Smithson between January 2, 1938 and July 20, 1973. He/she was a famous Artist from USA. The author also have 32 other quotes.

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