American artist famous for monumental steel sculptures exploring pop culture and consumerism.
Luxury means freedom. When I create shiny, gilded, expensive, I'm saying something about the desire to be free.
Young artists should be fearless. Confidence is the foundation of success in art.
The balloon is a symbol of childhood, innocence, joy. I take the everyday and make it sacred.
Sculpture can be spiritual. Even the most material object can elevate you to something higher.
Beauty is everywhere. In synthetics, in plastics, in what others call tasteless. I just reveal it.
Consumer culture is interesting not because it's bad. It's interesting because it reflects our dreams and fears.
I want to create art that gives people joy. A smile is the most important thing in the world.