The only sensible ends of literature are, first, the pleasurable toil of writing; second, the gratification of one's family and friends; and lastly, the solid cash.

Don't let anyone tell you that you can't do something

"We live in a world where walls have ears and the ground has eyes."

I cannot and will not cut my conscience to fit this year's fashions.

"A painting should be a window to another reality."

赚大钱不在于买卖，而在等待。