“We're in a post-conceptual era where it's really the artist's idea and...” — Jeffrey Deitch Quote

We're in a post-conceptual era where it's really the artist's idea and vision that are prized rather than the ability to master the crafts that support the work. Today, our understanding of an artist is closer to a philosopher than to a craftsman.

Celebrity has become, for better or worse, an art form. An artist can use themselves as a medium to become a celebrity as a walking work of art.

After pop art, graffiti is probably the biggest art movement in recent history to have such an impact on culture.

Overall, I think any opportunity to expose people to art on a mass level - to have some kid in Oklahoma say to his mother, 'I want to be an artist' - is a good thing.

Delhi is full of energy. It is special to me because I have shot my first film here, and it is closer to my home town Chandigarh. I love the food, the vibe, and the people here.

The U.K. wants and needs closer trading partnerships with African nations - and Africa needs much more capital.

You have to have that balance of scoring and playmaking, and learn how to be a closer.

I feel the emotion that life conjures up and the songs I write get me closer to my feelings and realising who I am. It's a natural process.

I learned a lot about a traumatic situation and what it does to you. It really brings you closer to your family and your loved ones.