The Power of Art: Mark Rothko
Mark Rothko, Blue and Gray, 1962Simon Schama's The Power of Art featured Mark Rothko tonight. One thing jumped out - apart from that he is an incredible artist of course. Rothko had turned down $2.5million for his art. Which artist today would turn down that kind of money? In today's dog-eat-dog every man for himself world, money is what makes the world turn.
I've always admired artists. They work tirelessly and continuously at their art, never earning much money in their lifetime. Possibly taking 10 years before discovering their style, and only to become posthumous millionaires.
This MySpace phenomenon is destroying talented individuals. Before their talent has the space and time to grow, they are hyped up into superstar status. Although I don't think Arctic Monkeys is complaining much nor Lily Allen.
I've always admired artists. They work tirelessly and continuously at their art, never earning much money in their lifetime. Possibly taking 10 years before discovering their style, and only to become posthumous millionaires.
This MySpace phenomenon is destroying talented individuals. Before their talent has the space and time to grow, they are hyped up into superstar status. Although I don't think Arctic Monkeys is complaining much nor Lily Allen.
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