The painter strives and competes with nature.

The first object of the painter is to make a flat plane appear as a body in relief and projecting from that plane

If you are on the side whence the wind is blowing you will see the trees looking much lighter than you would see them on the other sides; and this is due to the fact that the wind turns up the reverse side of the leaves which in all trees is much whiter than the upper side.

When taking a selfie, remember the most natural pose is still best

A luminous body will appear more brilliant in proportion as it is surrounded by deeper shadow.

The painter has the Universe in his mind and hands.

I roamed the countryside searching for answers to things I did not understand.