I share something in common with Norman Rockwell and, for that matter, with Walt Disney, in that I really like to make people happy.

The power of prayer is like turning on a light as it illuminates God's purpose for our lives. There is no greater connection to knowing His will other than the word.

The act of contributing to the lives of others is its own reward. A servant's heart is a greater motivator than financial gain.

The disintegration of the culture starts with the artist. Im on a crusade to turn the tide in the arts, to restore dignity to the arts and, by extension, to the culture.

The concept that an artist would be revered by popular culture is an immediate dismissal of his relevance as an artist.

Balance, peace, and joy are the fruit of a successful life.

I view art as an inspirational tool.