A rock pile ceases to be a rock pile the moment a single man contemplates it, bearing within him the image of a cathedral.

Straight-away the ideas flow in upon me, directly from God, and not only do I see distinct themes in my mind’s eye, but they are clothed in the right forms, harmonies, and orchestration.

Nothing sublimely artistic has ever arisen out of mere art … There must always be a rich moral soil for any artistic growth.

Beauty will save the world.

Principles for the Development of a Complete Mind: Study the science of art. Study the art of science. Develop your senses – especially learn how to see. Realise that everything connects to everything else.

All our knowledge has its origin in our perceptions.