The artist should strive to express his thought and not the surface of it.

Imitation is not inspiration, and inspiration only can give birth to a work of art. The least of man's original emanation is better than the best of borrowed thought.

The artist needs but a roof, a crust of bread, and his easel, and all the rest God gives him in abundance. He must live to paint and not paint to live.

The artist has only to remain true to his dream and it will possess his work in such a manner that it will resemble the work of no other man.

The artist should fear to become the slave of detail.

The new is not revealed to those whose eyes are fastened in worship upon the old.

What avails a storm cloud accurate in form and color if the storm is not therein?

A rain-tight roof, frugal living, a box of colors, and God's sunlight through clear windows keep the soul attuned and the body vigorous for one's daily work.

In love there are two evils: war and peace.

Those who hope for no other life are dead even for this.

My favorite, and I repeat it often while swimming is from a well known coach around here

The things a man has to have are hope and confidence in himself against odds... And he must be ready to choose death before dishonor without making too much song and dance about it.

When you are in deep distress and cannot restrain some expression of it, sit down and write out a harsh letter venting your anger. But don't send it.

Democratism and its allied herd movements, while remaining loyal to the principle of equality and identity, will never hesitate to sacrifice liberty.

The victor is often vanquished by his own success.

Do all things without grumbling. Why? You have a sovereign God who is on your side, who works everything together for your good.

What can you do with it? It's like a lot of yaks jumping about.

Enjoy your work and have ethical standards.