The observation of nature is part of an artist's life, it enlarges his form [and] knowledge, keeps him fresh and from working only by formula, and feeds inspiration."

"I find in all the artists that I admire most a disturbing element, a distortion, giving evidence of a struggle . . . . In great art, this conflict is hidden, it is unresolved. All that is bursting with energy is disturbing - not perfect."

"The creative habit is like a drug. The particular obsession changes, but the excitement, the thrill of your creation lasts."

There is a right physical size for every idea.

It is a mistake for a sculptor or a painter to speak or write very often about his job. It releases tension needed for his work.