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“By the single example of this painter devoted to his art with such independence, my destiny as a painter opened out to me.”

Quote by Claude Monet

Book:Claude Monet

Work

This book delves into the artistic journey of Claude Monet, highlighting his significant role in the Impressionist movement. It includes insights into his techniques, favorite subjects, and the evolution of his style over the years. more

Author

Claude Monet was a French painter known for his Impressionist style. His works are renowned for capturing the play of light and color, particularly in landscapes, with a focus on water and light effects. Monet's paintings have had a profound impact on the development of modern art. more

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Book:Monet by Himself: Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Letters

Source: Monet by Himself: Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Letters

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“It seems to me that when I see nature I see it ready-made, completely written - but then, try to do it!”

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“To create something exceptional, your mindset must be relentlessly focused on the smallest detail.”

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“I just started as a part of the public school music program. I took lessons at the school every Friday and was a part of the school band. I was just a normal kid taking instrumental lessons at school, nothing special.”

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“I have once more taken up things that can't be done: water with grasses weaving on the bottom. But I'm always tackling that sort of thing!”

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“It really is appallingly difficult to do something which is complete in every respect, and I think most people are content with mere approximations. Well, my dear friend, I intend to battle on, scrape off and start again.”

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Book:Monet by Himself: Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Letters

Source: Monet by Himself: Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Letters

“I never draw except with brush and paint.”

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“I'm not lacking for enthusiasm as you can see, given that I have something like 65 canvases covered with paint and I'll be needing more since the place is quite out of the ordinary; so I'm going to order some more canvases.”

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Source: Monet by Himself: Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Letters

“I'm knocked out, I've never felt so physically and mentally exhausted, I'm quite stupid with it and long only for bed; but I am happy.”

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Source: Monet by Himself: Paintings, Drawings, Pastels, Letters