Great things are not done by impulse, but by a series of sma... - Vincent Van Gogh

"If you hear a voice within you say 'you cannot paint,' then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced."

"The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore."

"It is good to love many things, for therein lies the true strength, and whosoever loves much performs much, and can accomplish much, and what is done in love is well done."

"The way to know life is to love many things."

"Be clearly aware of the stars and infinity on high. Then life seems almost enchanted after all."