Art appreciation, like love, cannot be done by proxy.

The most vital things in the look of a landscape endure only for a moment. Work should be done from memory; memory of that vital moment.

The pursuit of happiness is a great activity. One must be open and alive. It is the greatest feat man has to accomplish, and spirits must flow. There must be courage. There are no easy ruts to get into which lead to happiness. A man must become interesting to himself and must become actually expressive before he can be happy.

There is nothing more entertaining than to have a frank talk with yourself. Few do it-frankly. Educating yourself is getting acquainted with yourself.

Do not expect pictures to say the expected; some of the best will have surprises for you, which will, at first, shock you.

Count on big lines to express your ideas.

Art after all is but an extension of language to the expression of sensations too subtle for words.