At fifty, that is in 1880, I formulated the idea of unity, without being able to render it. At sixty, I am beginning to see the possibility of rendering it.

Paint the essential character of things.

All the sorrow, all the bitterness, all the sadness, I forget them and ignore them in the joy of working.

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.

God takes care of imbeciles, little children and artists.

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

At fifty, that is in 1880, I formulated the idea of unity, without being able to render it. At sixty, I am beginning to see the possibility of rendering it.