“We are all the subjects of impressions, and some of use seek to convey the impressions to others. In the art of communicating impressions lies the power of generalizing without losing that logical connection of parts to the whole which satisfies the mind.” MindArtWholeUseLyingSubjectsLosingConnectionsCommunicateImpressionLogical Author:Camille Pissarro
“Cover the canvas at the first go, and then work on till you see nothing more to add ... Don't proceed according to rules and principles, but paint what you observe and feel. Paint generously and unhesitatingly, for it is best not to lose the first impression.” FeelsFirstsLosesPrinciplesAddPaintImpressionCanvasFirst Impression Author:Camille Pissarro
“The subject should be observed more for shape and color than for drawing... precise drawing is dry and hampers the impression of the whole, it destroys all sensations.” ShouldWholeSubjectsColorShapesDrawingImpressionDrySensationsPreciseHamper Author:Camille Pissarro
“Work at the same time on sky, water, branches, ground, keeping everything going on an equal basis... Don't be afraid of putting on colour... Paint generously and unhesitatingly, for it is best not to lose the first impression.” FirstsWaterLosesSkyEqualBasesPaintImpressionBranchesColourFirst Impression Author:Camille Pissarro
