Perfection is no small thing, but it is made up of small things.

I saw the angel in the marble and carved until I set him free.

Beauty is the purgation of superfluities.

Gazing on beautiful things acts on my soul.

I couldn't give you something mediocre even if that's all you asked for.

I am still learning. (at age 87)

Do not be concerned that you might set a target too high and fail. Be concerned that you will set it too low and succeed.