Great art is the outward expression of an inner life in the artist, and this inner life will result in his personal vision of the world.

When I don't feel in the mood for painting I go to the movies for a week or more. I go on a regular movie binge!

The question of the value of nationality in art is perhaps unsolvable.

In general it can be said that a nation's art is greatest when it most reflects the character of its people.

There is a sort of elation about sunlight on the upper part of a house.

I believe that the great painters with their intellect as master have attempted to force this unwilling medium of paint and canvas into a record of their emotions.

I find linseed oil and white lead the most satisfactory mediums.