In this era of social media, more people can see what other people are doing, but the price for that has been a loss of privacy and time to develop, replaced by seemingly non-stop self-promotion.
The art world is not a meritocracy; luck and being ready when the luck strikes are very important to outward success. Always be ready.
Art is a decision that you make—to live a life learning and doing a specific thing.
I wish I had learned how important it is to set rules for yourself.
If you have one friend who believes in your dream and passion, I think that’s good enough to go.
Art school was for me a dreamlike place that I never imagined existed, because it was full of people who, like me, were just trying as hard as they could, all day, to make the best picture possible.
I absolutely adore the quality of intrepid joy in people who are playfully game to try anything once and boldly go forth into the unknown.
When I get inspired, I feel like I can do almost anything.
“The thing I have not achieved,” explains Casey, “is something that cannot be achieved: Not ever being complacent.”
I feel like a huge percentage of one’s education comes from community and being humbled by the talent of other artists.