An artist must possess Nature. He must identify himself with her rhythm, by efforts that will prepare the mastery which will later enable him to express himself in his own language.
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Instinct must be thwarted just as one prunes the branches of a tree so that it will grow better.Henri Matisse
In the beginning you must subject yourself to the influence of nature. You must be able to walk firmly on the ground before you start walking on a tightrope.
Henri Matisse
With color one obtains an energy that seems to stem from witchcraft.
Henri Matisse
I don't paint things. I only paint the difference between things.
Henri Matisse
Derive happiness in oneself from a good day's work, from illuminating the fog that surrounds us.
Henri Matisse
He who loves, flies, runs, and rejoices; he is free and nothing holds him back.
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