“A country like Belgium, or socialist countries in central Europe spend more money on art education than the United States, which is a really puzzling thought.”

“I think art education, especially in this country, which government pretty much ignores, is so important for young people.”

“You cannot be happy with your family while being personally unhappy with your work. It's a Catch-22 kind of thing.”

“People of art should never get married and have children, because it's a selfish experience.”

“I like to go to anybody else's birthday, and if I'm invited I'm a good guest. But I never celebrate my birthdays. I really don't care.”