There are no lines in nature, only areas of colour, one against another.
I would kiss you, had I the courage.
The principal person in a picture is light.
Who is this Monet whose name sounds just like mine and who is taking advantage of my notoriety?
There is only one true thing: instantly paint what you see. When you've got it, you've got it. When you haven't, you begin again. All the rest is humbug.
Conciseness in art is essential and a refinement. The concise man makes one think; the verbose bores. Always work towards conciseness.