Today, we jump into this globalization of the economy and the internet age.

It's always nice to share your energy with young people, the people who might not have any skills but are simply willing to be a part of it.

Life is art. Art is life. I never separate it. I don’t feel that much anger. I equally have a lot of joy.

If artists cannot speak up for human dignity or rights, then who else will do it?

My definition of art has always been the same. It is about freedom of expression. I don’t think anybody can separate art from politics. The intention to separate [the two] is itself a very political intention.

Technology is a liberation. I think the information age probably is the best thing to happen to the human race in human evolution. Now you have the equal opportunity to equip yourself through information and knowledge and express yourself as an independent mind.

I spent a lot of time standing on street corners [of New York City] talking to local residents. I spent time in bookstores and galleries. But most of the time, I really did not have much to do.