Damien Hirst

I think art should be something that's a bit hopeful, a bit optimistic.

I'm interested in the idea of art as a way of inspiring change.

I think art is about trying to make a difference.

I like the idea of art being something that's a bit revolutionary, a bit transformative.

I think art should be something that's a bit empowering, a bit liberating.

I'm interested in the idea of art as a way of finding freedom.

I think art is about trying to live life to the fullest.

I like the idea of art being something that's a bit wild, a bit untamed.

I think art should be something that's a bit raw, a bit visceral.

I'm interested in the idea of art as a way of expressing yourself.

I can't spend enough time alone.

Art is a lazy way of making money.

Death is a very important subject to me.

I want to make people feel something.

The shark is a symbol of fear.

Money is a drug.

I love the idea of the work of art.

Life is a game.

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

I collect butterflies because they remind me of death.