Beauty comes from the balance between two and three dimensions, between abstraction and representation - I seek the equilibrium behind changing appearances.

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.

May all humankind find the grace of goodwill.

Fear of night. Fear of not night.

Fear mediocrity, not failure.

Don't eat because you're angry, bored, sad, or stressed.

It's always wise to raise questions about the most obvious and simple assumptions.

I have met Vladimir Putin, and I know his ambition will not be detoured by a gimmicky red, reset button.

We're all just trying to fit in and find ourselves, particularly when we're growing up.

Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on Thee.

It sounds really corny but I think that if you're beautiful inside it shows on the outside, for sure.

I sincerely believe that everything - everything - is grace, and you have to stick around long enough to see it through. I'm a very optimistic person.