Constantin Brâncuși

I want to express the essence of things, not their outward appearance.

The work of art must be a living thing, not a dead object.

I am not interested in making pretty things. I am interested in making things that are true.

The artist must be a man of faith, a man who believes in the power of his own vision.

My sculptures are not meant to be looked at, but to be experienced.

The artist must be a man of courage, a man who is not afraid to break with tradition.

I want to create forms that are timeless, forms that will endure.

The work of art must be a bridge between the visible and the invisible.

I am not interested in making art for art's sake. I am interested in making art for life's sake.

The artist must be a man of integrity, a man who is true to himself.

My sculptures are not meant to be understood, but to be felt.

The artist must be a man of passion, a man who is deeply committed to his work.

I want to create forms that are both simple and complex, forms that are both familiar and mysterious.

The work of art must be a mirror of the soul.

I am not interested in making art that is easy to understand. I am interested in making art that challenges the viewer.

The artist must be a man of humility, a man who knows that he is only a channel for something greater than himself.

My sculptures are not meant to be admired, but to be contemplated.

The artist must be a man of vision, a man who can see beyond the surface of things.

I want to create forms that are both ancient and modern, forms that are both universal and personal.

The work of art must be a dialogue between the artist and the viewer.