The senses are of the earth, the reason stands apart from them in contemplation.

Given the cause nature produces the effect in the briefest manner that it can employ.

The painter's mind is a copy of the divine mind, since it operates freely in creating the many kinds of animals, plants, fruits, landscapes, countrysides, ruins, and awe-inspiring places.

Especially learn how to see.

Not to appreciate life, all of life, is not to deserve it.

Thirst will parch your tongue and your body will waste through lack of sleep ere you can describe in words that which painting instantly sets before the eye.

When Fortune comes, seize her in front with a sure hand, because behind she is bald.