Titian Quotes & Sayings

From the example of the past, the man of the present acts prudently so as not to imperil the future. — Titian

Not every painter has a gift for painting, in fact, many painters are disappointed when they meet with difficulties in art. Painting done under pressure by artists without the necessary talent can only give rise to formlessness, as painting is a profession that requires peace of mind. The painter must always seek the essence of things, always represent the essential characteristics and emotions of the person he is painting ... — Titian

A good painter needs only three colours: black, white and red. — Titian

Art is stronger than Nature — Titian

Painting done under pressure by artists without the necessary talent can only give rise to formlessness, as painting is a profession that requires peace of mind. — Titian

Those who are compelled to paint by force, without being in the necessary mood, can produce only ungainly works, because this profession requires an unruffled temper. — Titian

I think I am beginning to learn something about painting. — Titian

It is not bright colors but good drawing that makes figures beautiful. — Titian

He who improvises can never make a perfect line of poetry. — Titian