Art is the proper task of life.

Art is the proper task of life.

Art hurts. Art urges voyages - and it is easier to stay at home.

Art hurts. Art urges voyages - and it is easier to stay at home.

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.

True art is characterized by an irresistible urge in the creative artist.

True art is characterized by an irresistible urge in the creative artist.

There is nothing new in art except talent.rn

There is nothing new in art except talent.rn

I put my heart and my soul into my work, and have lost my mind in the process.

I put my heart and my soul into my work, and have lost my mind in the process.

One should either be a work of art, or wear a work of art.

One should either be a work of art, or wear a work of art.

An artist cannot fail; it is a success to be one.rn

An artist cannot fail; it is a success to be one.rn

A good painting to me has always been like a friend. It keeps me company, comforts and inspires.

A good painting to me has always been like a friend. It keeps me company, comforts and inspires.