Abstraction allows man to see with his mind what he cannot physically see with his eyes... Abstract art enables the artist to perceive beyond the tangible, to extract the infinite out of the finite. It is the emancipation of the mind. It is an explosion into unknown areas.
Arshile GorkyWe are part of the world creation, and we ourselves create nothing. Our knowledge allows us to make use of all the forces already in existence, our art to interpret emotions already felt. One big war, an epidemic, and we collapse into ignorance and darkness, fit sons of chimpanzees.
Arshile GorkyDrawing is the basis of art. A bad painter cannot draw. But one who draws well can always paint.
Arshile GorkyArt must always remain earnest... Art must be serious, no sarcasm, comedy. One does not laugh at a loved one.
Arshile Gorky