My art originates from hallucinations only I can see. I translate the hallucinations and obsessional images that plague me into sculptures and paintings. All my works in pastels are the products of obsessional neurosis and are therefore inextricably connected to my disease. I create pieces even when I don’t see hallucinations, though.

My ideas and creativity are the sources of inspiration for me.

If it were not for art, I would have killed myself a long time ago.

I, Kusama, am the modern Alice in Wonderland.

It is my wish to leave a message to the whole world from the universe, a message of love and peace to the people of the world.

I read the art reviews of my work. Some critics understand my art correctly, while some don't. I simply ignore the reviews written by the latter.

Polka dots can't stay alone. When we obliterate nature and our bodies with polka dots we become part of the unity of our environments.