One should not become an artist because he can, but because he must. It is only for those who would be miserable without it.
An artist without ideas is a mendicant; barren, he goes begging among the hours.
Talent is cheap; dedication is expensive. It will cost you your life.
Each of us has his own alphabet with which to create poetry.
The most perfect guide is nature. Continue without fail to draw something every day.
No artist is normal. Who happen to be normal cannot be an artist.