I believe we're entering a new era, where dynamic female leaders will have an opportunity to bring greater harmony and peace to the planet.
Mary Pope OsborneWhile I was drawn to the Renaissance, my first (unpublished) novels took place in modern times. When the subject of alchemy started creeping into my stories, an astute mentor observed that the bits about alchemy might fit better in another time frame. When I finally decided to weave the pieces about the medieval science into historical settings, a successful novel began to emerge. (And I dusted off that art history book, and put it to use once again.)
Mary Pope OsborneI love teaching. It's a job that lasts forever. Whatever you teach children today travels with them far into the future.
Mary Pope OsborneI have to keep facing the darkness. If I stand tall and face the thing I fear, I have a chance to conquer it. If I just keep dodging and hiding it will conquer me.
Mary Pope OsborneIt's difficult to choose between these art forms. Iconography is entirely different from the style of the 15th century masters, who were experts in foreshortening and perspective. The technical skill and visual effects of painters like Uccello have to be admired. They achieved a level of artistry that has never been surpassed, in my opinion.
Mary Pope Osborne