I'm a very free woman, and maybe freedom is erotic in that way. Maybe it's conceived of as something dangerous, and dangerous - in that creative and wild way - is sensuous and erotic. For me it's more about making what I feel, but there's always a reason, a level of integrity and classical expression in what I do.

I've been inspired by people's work, but I never grew up with posters on my bedroom wall or obsessed with one person.

When I was very young I wanted to be an opera singer, a ballet dancer... The people I loved were a little different.

I don't think it's realistic for someone to have an undying loyalty to everything you ever make.

I just try to keep my dignity and carry on with my day.

I don’t know if I’m a tortured soul, but I was born heartbroken. I remember feeling it when I was so young. 
 I was like, ‘Mum, it hurts.’

I really keep my life very simple.