An artist cannot speak about his art any more than a plant can discuss horticulture.

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An original artist is unable to copy. So he has only to copy in order to be original.

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One is either judge or accused. The judge sits, the accused stands. Live on your feet.

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We must believe in luck. For how else can we explain the success of those we don't like

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Asking an artist to talk about his work is like asking a plant to discuss horticulture.

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Film will only became an art when its materials are as inexpensive as pencil and paper.

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The day of my birth, my death began its walk. It is walking toward me, without hurrying.

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We must believe in luck. For how else can we explain the success of those we don't like?

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I love cats because I enjoy my home; and little by little, they become its visible soul.

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A true poet does not bother to be poetical. Nor does a nursery gardener scent his roses.

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