The happiness of a man in this life does not consist in the absence but in the mastery of his passions.

You are not a victim; you are a victor.

Be kind wherever possible

Lord, make me an instrument of thy peace. Where there is hatred, let me sow love.

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

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart.

Learn everything that is good from others, but bring it in, and in your own way absorb it; do not become others.