John Sloan: Making

John Sloan was American painter. Explore interesting quotes on making.

John Sloan: 16 quotes0 likes

“Then there is this idea that the world owes you a living. Here is a little thought about that. It isn't particularly logical but it makes my point. You were paid when you were born, with the privilege of living. Death is all that is coming to you. Life came to you when you were born.”

Ibid., p. 27.
The Gist of Art (1939)

“I have nothing to teach you that will help you to make a living. [as art teacher, advising his students]”

Source: Loughery, John. John Sloan: Painter and Rebel. New York: Henry Holt, 1995. , pp. 224-225

“The idea of taking up art as a calling, a profession, is a mirage. Art enriches life. It makes life worth living. But to make a living at it—that idea is incompatible with making art.”

Ibid., p. 26.
The Gist of Art (1939)