Jean-Michel Basquiat Art Quotes to Remember! Jean-Michel Basquiat, a renowned American artist in the late 20th century, was known for his expressive and thought-provoking art. While there aren't as many well-documented quotes from Basquiat as there are from some other artists, he did make a few notable statements about his art and life. Here are some of the known Basquiat quotes: "I don't think about art when I'm working. I try to think about life." "I start a picture, and I finish it." "Believe it or not, I can actually draw." "I don't listen to what art critics say. I don't know anybody who needs a critic to find out what art is." "I am not a black artist; I am an artist." "I wanted to be a star, not a gallery mascot." "The more I paint, the more I like everything." "I don't think about art when I'm working. I'm trying to get some work done." "Art is how we...
