Note on Art

Note on Art

A note from LeRoy Neiman on his critical reception.

This note from LeRoy Neiman looks at his critical reception. The writing is one of many touching on this topic. That said, within this particular document, Neiman points to maybe an alternative perspective gained with age. This document also, unlike most others, emphasizes his commercial success.

LeRoy Neiman

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Notes

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New York (N.Y.) New York

The evaluations, early, that were made about my work were perpetuated by the next (following) generations. These and have been (maintained) held by critics who have never attended an exhibition of mine, so there has been very little chance that for the original concept to be altered changed. Where I (eventually) went wrong is that I never tried to shape up to their positions confirmed opinions. Being labeled unacceptable by new critics echoing what was (said) originally said
This is a response from (a hand of) 85 years old hand
Having taken a (successful) ride being popular and making millions, I have turned in on their positions by paying heed to the writings about other canonized artists and they are unanimous in their unalterable praise.
I have made millions along with my representative and have scolded their canonized artists and their supporters. Why [is] the popular artist tis attacked for making

Blue felt-tipped pen on paper.