CLEAN : At 87 Robert Irwin perfects art of pure feeling

The transcript discusses a personal realization of losing control and the importance of taking responsibility for one's actions. It delves into the role of energy in art and human expression, emphasizing that art is not just about the subject but the feelings and energy it conveys. The discussion concludes with the idea that art can be vibrant and powerful even in the absence of concrete pictorial elements or explicit messages.

What realization did the speaker have about their situation?

• They should ignore all responsibilities.

• They needed to focus on smaller tasks.

• They were doing everything perfectly.

• They were in complete control.

How does the speaker relate variations in work to art?

• Variations are irrelevant to art.

• Variations are the main subject of art.

• Variations are important but not the main subject.

• Variations should be avoided in art.

What role do pure feelings play in art according to the speaker?

• They should be ignored in artistic work.

• They are the foundation of human expression in art.

• They are only important in abstract art.

• They are irrelevant to art.

What does the speaker say about the energy in art?

• It can be powerful even without a clear image.

• It is always visible and clear.

• It is not important in art.

• It should be avoided in art.

According to the speaker, what is missing in the art described?

• A historical context.

• A clear pictorial element.

• A vibrant energy.

• A strong message.