The most inspiring objects are books. I have about 5,000 volumes in my home library. It's an unending source of visuals and ideas.

Wonderful things happen when your brain is empty.

Washing dishes is the anecdote to confusion. I know that for a fact.

I have many questions, but no patience to think them through.

I live in a small world of gouache and brush and pen and ink. I'd like to explore the world of multiples - etching and prints.

I said, 'Well, how much space do I have?' And they said, 'Well, you know, it's the Internet.'

I like Thomas Jefferson, though he intimidated me. I thought he would have been very tough to be around. I don't know if he had such a sense of humor.