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