No man has the right to dictate what other men should perceive, create or produce, but all should be encouraged to reveal themselves, their perceptions and emotions, and to build confidence in the creative spirit. -Ansel Adams
What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything? -Vincent Van Gogh
Great things are done by a series of small things brought together. -Vincent Van Gogh
In wisdom gathered over time I have found that every experience is a form of exploration. -Ansel Adams
If you hear a voice within you say ‘you cannot paint,’ then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced. -Vincent Van Gogh
There is nothing worse than a sharp image of a fuzzy concept. -Ansel Adams
It is better to be high-spirited even though one makes more mistakes, than to be narrow-minded and all too prudent. -Vincent Van Gogh
The fishermen know that the sea is dangerous and the storm terrible, but they have never found these dangers sufficient reason for remaining ashore. -Vincent Van Gogh
In spite of everything I shall rise again: I will take up my pencil, which I have forsaken in my great discouragement, and I will go on with my drawing. -Vincent Van Gogh
When words become unclear, I shall focus with photographs. When images become inadequate, I shall be content with silence. -Ansel Adams
See the world around you!
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Food for the soul…thank you.
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You are welcome, Kathleen. 🙂
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Sounds like I need to add Ansel Adams to my list of people to read about. Interesting quotes.
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Always good to be inspired and learn something new. 🙂
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I like these posts of yours, as always. I especially like the rhythm created by alternating the voices of two diverse (he)artists.
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As you know, I usually throw in quotes that I like from whoever, but I thought I would try focusing on one or two persons at a time. I think I like this approach. 🙂
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