This so-called contemporary art is not a form, but a philosophy of society.
AI WEIWEIThe fantasy we had with pearls was always so luxurious and unique with a kind of rareness.
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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.
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Society becomes very destructive.
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The museums used to be exhibition halls for government propaganda, and now every city wants to build a museum.
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People have been longing for this moment, because it symbolises a turning point in China’s relationship with the outside world.
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In China, we don’t have any contemporary art museums. Until a few years ago, we didn’t even have a gallery.
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I was in the most restricted prison in China, the most tough. The design of the prison is modeled for internal crimes of the Communist party, so it’s like a mafia family’s law. It’s independent to the law this nation openly applies.
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For artists and intellectuals today, what is most needed is to be clear about social responsibility, because that is what most people automatically give up. Just to protect yourself as an individual is very political.
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I think by shattering it we can create a new form, a new way to look at what is valuable – how we decide what is valuable.
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The IT people who have made such an effort to know and understand computer technology. They are frustrated that you cannot use Facebook, Twitter and YouTube in China. They are the first to recognize that the situation is terrible.
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New York has given me a lot, but I still don’t consider it home.
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He will still mean danger. Modern technology requires calm. You shouldn’t trust anyone with a car who has no knowledge about vehicles or roads.
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Creativity is the power to reject the past, to change the status quo, and to seek new potential. Simply put, aside from using one’s imagination – perhaps more importantly – creativity is the power to act.
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I have to find a place for my own. I have to search for my own happiness.
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My angst and my insecurity reflect the state’s angst and insecurity. The state is scared too.
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There are many cases and layers of racist behavior in the US – from police treatment to the issues of education and job opportunities. In America, however, such cases are being discussed publically.
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