The Idea of the Artist (As Symbolist)

The idea of the artist as a symbolist emphasizes that artists don’t just create realistic images but instead use their work to express deeper, often hidden meanings and emotions. They see art as a way to convey spiritual, psychological, or mystical truths beyond the visible world. Rather than focusing purely on technical skill or realistic detail, symbolist artists prioritize personal intuition, imagination, and symbolism to evoke mood and invite viewers to explore the deeper themes behind the imagery. This approach views art as a poetic language that reveals inner truths rather than mere surface appearances.