Painting from nature is not copying the object; it is realizing one's sensations.

The Louvre is the book in which we learn to read.

Keep good company - that is, go to the Louvre.

Time and reflection change the sight little by little 'till we come to understand.

People think how a sugar basin has no physiognomy, no soul. But it changes every day.

Art is a harmony parallel with nature.

The most seductive thing about art is the personality of the artist himself.

The truth is in nature, and I shall prove it.

Genius is the ability to renew one's emotions in daily experience.

Light is a thing that cannot be reproduced, but must be represented by something else - by color.

The awareness of our own strength makes us modest.

That you may retain your self-respect, it is better to displease the people by doing what you know is right, than to temporarily please them by doing what you know is wrong.

Life is a game and true love is a trophy.

Many conspiracies are not criminal, even conspiracies that involve slamming somebody.

BEAUTIFUL is stark, disquieting and, quite simply, riveting. Amy Reed is an author to keep on your radar.

Whatever it takes its fine.

Our triumphs seem hollow unless we have friends to share them, and our failures are made bearable by their understanding.

Terence: As my old da used to tell me, 'never trust a rich man'. David: Good thing I'm only moderately rich. Terence: Which is why I only moderately distrust you.

Harmony would lose its attractiveness if it did not have a background of discord.

...and I'm standing on the corner of Fifth and Vermouth.

I gravitate towards happy music. I love the Beach Boys.