Artists are people who create beauty. That's the bottom line.

I want to communicate. I do; every artist does. That's why you're an artist.

I practice the artist's golden rule. I wouldn't want somebody telling me how to finish my painting, I'm not going to tell him how to finish his movie or how to shape his movie.

I'm thankful for the big stuff of course-my family, health, human kindness. But I'm also thankful that I don't have to work for Hollywood anymore.

Once the cameras rolling or the audience is in the seats, I'm on. I can't help it. I go into a trance.

All I'm really concerned with is doing my thing.

The only tip I have for an artist is perseverance... Never give up.