In great art there is no beginning and end in point of time. All time is comprehended.

A tree growing out of the ground is as wonderful today as it ever was. It does not need to adopt new and startling methods.

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

Good composition is like a suspension bridge - each line adds strength and takes none away.

The real artist's work is a surprise to himself.

When the motives of artists are profound, when they are at their work as a result of deep consideration, when they believe in the importance of what they are doing, their work creates a stir in the world.

There is only one reason for art in America, and that is that the people of America learn the means of expressing themselves in their own time, and their own land.