I don't like China. Even today, I still feel I have no emotional relations with this place.
Ai WeiweiWarhol influenced me because of his writing. If I had never read his writings and interviews, I would never have understood his work.
Ai WeiweiMy definition of art has always been the same. It is about freedom of expression, a new way of communication. It is never about exhibiting in museums or about hanging it on the wall. Art should live in the heart of the people. Ordinary people should have the same ability to understand art as anybody else. I donโt think art is elite or mysterious. I donโt think anybody can separate art from politics. The intention to separate art from politics is itself a very political intention.
Ai Weiwei