Ai Weiwei
A contemporary Chinese artist and activist, known for his provocative and politically charged works that often critique human rights issues and government censorship.
Quotes by Ai Weiwei
Everything is art. Everything is politics.
If there is no freedom of expression, then the beauty of life is lost. Participation in a society is not a choice, it's a duty.
I think my work is about my life, and my life is about my work.
The Internet is the new public square.
Freedom of speech is a right, not a privilege.
My work is always a protest.
The world is a dangerous place, not because of those who do evil, but because of those who look on and do nothing.
Art is a way of fighting against the system.
I don't see myself as an artist. I see myself as a human being who is trying to express himself.
The government is afraid of its own people.
To express yourself is a basic human right.
My art is about freedom.
I believe that art can change the world.
The most important thing is to be honest with yourself.
I'm not afraid of anything.
The Internet is a tool for freedom.
Art is a reflection of society.
I want to be a voice for those who have no voice.
The future is uncertain, but we must never give up hope.
My art is about questioning authority.