An artist must never be a prisoner. Prisoner? An artist should never be a prisoner of himself, prisoner of style, prisoner of reputation, prisoner of success, etc.

There are always flowers for those who want to see them.

Creative people are curious, flexible, and independent with a tremendous spirit and a love of play.

Don't wait for inspiration. It comes while one is working.

Derive happiness in oneself from a good day's work, from illuminating the fog that surrounds us.

The essential thing is to work in a state of mind that approaches prayer.

Color was not given to us in order that we should imitate Nature. It was given to us so that we can express our emotions.

Ever since there have been men, man has given himself over to too little joy. That alone, my brothers, is our original sin. I should believe only in a God who understood how to dance.

The artist begins with a vision - a creative operation requiring effort. Creativity takes courage.

I wouldn't mind turning into a vermilion goldfish.

Don't try to be original. Be simple. Be good technically, and if there is something in you, it will come out.

The goal of intellectual life should be to see and understand what is true, not merely to adhere to a prevailing orthodoxy.

I'm completely in favor of the separation of Church and State. My idea is that these two institutions screw us up enough on their own, so both of them together is certain death.

I get up in the morning looking for an adventure.

The family is the single most important institution in Afghan culture. It is described in the countrys constitution as the fundamental pillar of society.

The camera can't see space. It sees surfaces. People see space, which is much more interesting.

Once you experience forgiveness, your outer world changes.

A work of art doesn't dare you to realize it. It germinates and gestates by itself.

My father instilled in me to take care of my family. Show up even when you don't want to show up.

I'm kind of a private person in a way.

It's people seeking more for themselves that has produced a better life for all Americans.