An artist's job is to surprise himself. Use all means possible.

I have heard it very often said that an artist does not need intelligence, that his is the province of the soul

It is the common defect of modern art study. Too many students do not know why they draw.

Pretend you are dancing or singing a picture. A worker or painter should enjoy his work, else the observer will not enjoy it.

Art is certainly not a pursuit for anyone who wants to make money.

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.

Your style is the way you talk in paint.