Precision is not reality

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.

Creation is always an act of affirmation, a lust for life or activity, a restlessness accompanied by art. That art is what pleases and invigorates and mystifies me.

The enemy of learning is knowing.

A friend is a second self.

Everybody has to know where they're coming from, what they're doing, why they're doing it, who they are. These are essentials.

Isn't it awful that cold feet make for a cold imagination and that a pair of woollen socks induce good thoughts!

Personal branding is one thing that you just can't do well on your own. You are too close to it.

A true spiritual seeker should exercise control all the time, throughout the day and night.

You know what? The obvious is obvious for a reason.

Making a living and making a life sometimes point in opposite directions.

If you're successful, don't crow. If you're defeated, don't croak.