The subject should be observed more for shape and color than for drawing... precise drawing is dry and hampers the impression of the whole, it destroys all sensations.

I think when one has talent one finally breaks through; so don't pass up any opportunity to do some work.

Work at the same time on sky, water, branches, ground, keeping everything going on an equal basis... Don't be afraid of putting on colour... Paint generously and unhesitatingly, for it is best not to lose the first impression.

I began to understand my sensations, to know what I wanted, at around the age of forty - but only vaguely.

Blessed are they who see beautiful things in humble places where other people see nothing.

I regard it as a waste of time to think only of selling: one forgets one's art and exaggerates one's value.

When you do a thing with your whole soul and everything that is noble within you, you always find your counterpart.