The key is to photograph your obsessions, whether that’s old people’s hands or skyscrapers. Think of a blank canvas, because that’s what you’ve got, and then think about what you want to see. Not anyone else.

With mania, is it dangerous to ride that euphoric feeling. You feel very animated and creative; I would fill journals with drawings. It feels good and you want it to last, but it can lead to being delusional. The delusions can be as real as you thinking you can fly.

I'm part of what I consider the entertainment industry. For my photos to be entertaining, they have to be provocative and new.

The adornment of the body is a human need.

I've never wanted to be part of an inner circle of any scene. I've always been an outsider looking to question and subvert.

We have the ability to make the connection, make the time to pray and meditate. We have to find our inner voice that will guide us. But we can only find it if we get quiet.

If you want reality take the bus.