One has to believe in what one is doing, one has to commit oneself inwardly, in order to do painting. Once obsessed, one ultimately carries it to the point of believing that one might change human beings through painting. But if one lacks this passionate commitment, there is nothing left to do. Then it is best to leave it alone.
Robert RauschenbergBut I was in awe of the painters; I mean I was new in New York, and I thought the painting that was going on here was just unbelievable
Robert RauschenbergI'm quite taken aback when I get something that appears to be technically a good photograph, because it's not necessarily my intention.
Robert Rauschenberg