Art should be able to be innovative without compromising itself. That’s why I believe artists should have bigger preoccupations than checking the price tags on their work or becoming curators’ darlings. Maurizio Cattelan Read Quote
If you are searching to figure out what is true and what is not, you will have a sad life. It means you have too much time, and you should do a hobby – like collecting art. Maurizio Cattelan Read Quote
I don’t like the idea of having a public image. In the end, you have an image of someone, which becomes true whether it is or not. Maurizio Cattelan Read Quote
I like to produce work for specific places, and it is difficult to do repeat shows in the same space. Maurizio Cattelan Read Quote
I produce so little that the works have to be editioned. Otherwise, I don’t survive. Also, editioning is relevant for communication. If you make three new works, it means that nine objects are available. Three people talking about your work is fine, but nine makes a difference. Maurizio Cattelan Read Quote
I was jealous of colleagues when I should have been happy for them. I decided to save my energy. If you think they are great works, you should buy them. Maurizio Cattelan Read Quote
My aim is to be as open and as incomprehensible as possible. There has to be a perfect balance between open and shut. Maurizio Cattelan Read Quote
