Quote by Edward Hopper
I find in working always the disturbing intrusion of elements not

I find in working always the disturbing intrusion of elements not a part of my most interested vision, and the inevitable obliteration and replacement of this vision by the work itself as it proceeds. – Edward Hopper

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The trend in some of the contemporary movements in art, but by no means all, seems to deny this ideal and to me appears to lead to a purely decorative conception of painting. – Edward Hopper

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Painting will have to deal more fully and less obliquely with life and natures phenomena before it can again become great. – Edward Hopper

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My aim in painting has always been the most exact transcription possible of my most intimate impression of nature. – Edward Hopper

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Laziness may appear attractive, but work gives satisfaction. – Anne Frank

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I think life is full of challenges and problems. I dont believe that anyone is perfect. We all make mistakes. Its not a bed of roses, and you have to work real hard at it. – Nigel Mansell

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We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid. – Benjamin Franklin

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A lot of me is very up, and you have to have light and shade. They are both important and you have to be able to balance them. You have to admit that sadness is part of you and that it enriches you. I use it in my work. – Imelda Staunton

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