Edgar Degas
Though often considered an Impressionist, he preferred to be called a Realist, known for his depictions of dancers, bathers, and racehorses.
Quotes by Edgar Degas
The only way to do good work is to love what you do.
Art is a habit, not a gift.
I am a realist, but I am also a dreamer.
The great artist is the one who can make the ordinary extraordinary.
I have always tried to combine the real and the ideal.
The artist must be a master of his craft, but he must also be a poet.
I am always learning, always experimenting.
The most difficult thing is to be simple.
I am a man of my time, but I am also a man of all time.
The true artist is not afraid to be himself.
I love to draw, it is my passion.
The beauty of art lies in its imperfection.
I am not interested in painting pretty pictures, I am interested in painting life.
The artist must be a keen observer of human nature.
I believe in hard work and perseverance.
Art is a way of seeing the world with new eyes.
The artist must be a storyteller.
I am a solitary man, but I am not lonely.
The most important thing is to be true to yourself.
Art is a journey, not a destination.