Novelists have the opportunity to get rich by writing. The painter dreams of becoming a millionaire collector. Filmmakers don't just dream of millions-they need millions to realize even a small project. Architects, composers, opera singers, fashion designers-they all want to get rich returns. In this respect-even scientists need research funds. The revolving door between science and business always rotates well.
Poetry is the only art form without money. Poetry can't be cashed like a check. This is why it is so precious. Poets are not for sale. We'll tell you what we saw. We are the only artists who can be absolutely confident and will not try to sell anything to you.
This is the ultimate reason why I like poetry. Anyway, this is one of my reasons. Why do I take poetry as my life's work? We pay attention to art and truth in a way that no one else has.