Albert Pinkham Ryder Quotes
Imitation is not inspiration, and inspiration only can give birth to a work of art. The least of man's original emanation is better than the best of borrowed thought.
The artist needs but a roof, a crust of bread, and his easel, and all the rest God gives him in abundance. He must live to paint and not paint to live.
The artist has only to remain true to his dream and it will possess his work in such a manner that it will resemble the work of no other man.
The new is not revealed to those whose eyes are fastened in worship upon the old.
What avails a storm cloud accurate in form and color if the storm is not therein?
A rain-tight roof, frugal living, a box of colors, and God's sunlight through clear windows keep the soul attuned and the body vigorous for one's daily work.