Style in painting is the same as in writing; a power over materials, whether words or colors, by which conceptions or sentiments are conveyed.
Joshua ReynoldsAnd he who does not know himself does not know others, so it may be said with equal truth, that he who does not know others knows himself but very imperfectly.
Joshua ReynoldsThose who, either from their own engagements and hurry of business, or from indolence, or from conceit and vanity, have neglected looking out of themselves, as far as my experience and observation reach, have from that time not only ceased to advance, and improve in their performances, but have gone backward. They may be compared to men who have lived upon their principal, till they are reduced to beggary, and left without resources.
Joshua Reynolds