Lorenzo Ghiberti

And I strove to imitate the Greeks, not only in their proportions but in their compositions.

I have striven with all my industry to investigate how the figures could be made with the greatest perfection and with the most excellent design.

I found myself in a position to make the doors of the Baptistery of San Giovanni, which is the most beautiful and most noble temple in Florence.

I began to make the said doors, and I worked on them for twenty years, and I made them with all the diligence and love that I could.

In these doors I sought to imitate the ancient sculptors, and I believe that I have succeeded in some measure.

I have always striven to do my work with the greatest perfection possible, and with the greatest diligence.

I have always sought to understand the principles of art, and to apply them to my work.

I have always striven to make my figures as lifelike as possible, and to give them grace and movement.

I have always sought to understand the human body, and to represent it with accuracy and beauty.

I have always striven to make my compositions harmonious and balanced, and to create a sense of unity.

I have always sought to understand the effects of light and shadow, and to use them to create depth and realism.

I have always striven to make my work beautiful and pleasing to the eye, and to evoke emotion in the viewer.

I have always sought to learn from the masters of the past, and to build upon their achievements.

I have always striven to push the boundaries of art, and to create something new and original.

I have always sought to express my own vision and creativity in my work.

I have always striven to make my work meaningful and significant, and to contribute to the advancement of art.

I have always sought to create works that will endure for generations, and that will inspire future artists.

I have always striven to achieve excellence in all that I do, and to leave a lasting legacy.

I have always sought to serve God and my fellow man through my art.

I have always striven to live a life of purpose and meaning, and to make a positive impact on the world.