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A. C. Leighton Quotes



Quotes by A. C. Leighton - (11 quotes)

A. C. Leighton - From the Achievement category:

The true artist seeks achievement and does not need to be merely pretty. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Artists category:

The true artist paints for himself. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Character category:

The true artist consciously enters character into his work. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Collectors category:

One can live longest with the greys. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Colour category:

The use of reds, yellows or blues in profusion is not good art, but if considerable grey is added, this softens their effect and shows them to advantage. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Commitment category:

Don't do poor work, and if you do, don't let it out. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Design category:

Use pleasing design and colour. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Interest category:

Only top paintings hold interest for any length of time. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Knowledge category:

The true artist craves knowledge and must study continually to obtain it. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Standards category:

The public cannot be expected to jury. (A. C. Leighton)

A. C. Leighton - From the Values category:

Edges must be held by tone values, not lines. (A. C. Leighton)