In art, the obvious is a sin.

In art, the obvious is a sin.

Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.

Art is the lie that enables us to realize the truth.

There is one thing one has to have: either a soul that is cheerful by nature, or a soul made read more

There is one thing one has to have: either a soul that is cheerful by nature, or a soul made cheerful by work, love, art, and knowledge.

Treat a work of art like a prince. Let it speak to you first.

Treat a work of art like a prince. Let it speak to you first.

I am enough of an artist to draw freely upon my imagination. Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is read more

I am enough of an artist to draw freely upon my imagination. Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.

Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.

Art is not what you see, but what you make others see.

To know someone here or there with whom you can feel there is understanding in spite of distances or thoughts read more

To know someone here or there with whom you can feel there is understanding in spite of distances or thoughts expressed. That can make life a garden.

All religions, arts and sciences are branches of the same tree. All these aspirations are directed toward ennobling man's life, read more

All religions, arts and sciences are branches of the same tree. All these aspirations are directed toward ennobling man's life, lifting it from the sphere of mere physical existence and leading the individual towards freedom.

Sometimes being a friend means mastering the art of timing. There is a time for silence. A time to let read more

Sometimes being a friend means mastering the art of timing. There is a time for silence. A time to let go and allow people to hurl themselves into their own destiny. And a time to prepare to pick up the pieces when it's all over.