Freedom works, it turns out; the Constitution codified and structured freedom at a level unparalleled in world history.

You have to control, focus and temper the strength. Uncontrolled strength is usually an explosion. Sometimes on the other hand let it explode and pick up the pieces.

One can be a technical master - full of craftsmanship, but not in most senses an artistic master.

How and when to try new things and to what degree are critical... Too soon and too radical a change and you may not master anything or develop a style.

Freedom works, it turns out; the Constitution codified and structured freedom at a level unparalleled in world history.

If you think success will make you happy, you have it backwards.

Marketing of art is, and to my mind has always been, trendy. Unfortunately, that doesn't mean there is any real long-term value. As an artist I do what I like. As a collector I collect what I like.