The less than exemplary lifestyle of an artist may somewhat tarnish his artistic contribution, but it doesn't necessarily obliterate it. The greatest art is true, skillfully expressed, imaginative, and unencumbered by the personal and emotional problems of its originators. Excellence is yet another concept. The focus is on quality, which is worth much discussion. Another sign is durability.
Great art lasts.
The last concept is praise . Here we are concerned with the impact or the effect of the art. Great art can have power and is therefore a forceful tool of communication. It can encourage a culture to lofty heights, and it can help bring a culture to ruin. Thus it is my hope that we will pursue the artistic dimensions of our lives with intelligence and imagination.