As a comic book artist, once you become a master, you end up a slave. In fine art you're always free... since I couldn't make it at Marvel, I made my life a carnival.

Out of routine comes inspiration.

Teaching, the most noble profession, should be rewarded based on merit alone, not seniority.

It's very true that an artist who networks well will have better opportunities than one who doesn't network well. But great networking skills without great art won't change art history.

I'm an artist because that's what I was best at as a kid. It was fun... I continue to be an artist... for the freedom that an art career can bring. I don't need an alarm clock and I am my own boss.

I really believe in my work and in no way think I'm taking advantage of anyone. I feel generous when selling my art.

I'm not sure what [my latest works are] about but I'm convinced they're the best things I've done and I'm going to the world's best museums with them.

Do what you love. Go to a good art school and study with the best teachers. Move to New York and read Ask Mark Kostabi.

The press needs stories constantly. No need to bleed, just feed. Branding will keep you standing... Get press not stress.

Artists of the world arise - it's time to dump your dealers.

There's too much negativity in the world. Staying positive is a better investment.

I now, weak, old, diseased, poor, dying, hold still my soul in my hands, and I regret nothing.

It's no use filling your pocket with money if you have got a hole in the corner.

The facts, although interesting, are irrelevant.

The only thing you ever have is now.

They [zebras] looked like highly varnished animated toys.

Avery, I haven’t messed around with Steph since I met you. I have messed around with anyone since I met you.

Socialism never took root in America.

When I was young, life seemed long and endless to me.

Good behavior is everybody's business, and good taste can be everyone's goal.

In the 1990s, human intelligence gathering was seriously neglected.