Painters are not in any way unsociable through pride, but either because they find few pursuits equal to painting, or in order not to corrupt themselves with the useless conversation of idle people, and debase the intellect from the lofty imaginations in which they are always absorbed.

He who does not master the nude cannot understand the principles of architecture.

So take care of your life and take notice and be observant, for the number of widows is always far greater than the number of widowers.

With few words I shall make thee understand my soul.

There is no greater harm than that of time wasted.

Souls will never ascend to Heaven until the sight of beauty lifts them there.

I am still learning. (at age 87)