The world runs on from one folly to another; and the man who, solely from regard to the opinion of others, and without any wish or necessity of his own, toils after gold, honour, or any other phantom, is no better than a fool.

They teach in academies far too many things, and far too much that is useless.

It is working within limits that the craftsman reveals himself.

The best way to understand a painting is by drawing it.

Happiness is a ball after which we run wherever it rolls, and we push it with our feet when it stops.

In comradeship is danger countered best.

A really great talent finds its happiness in execution.