Famous Quotes

"The art of creation is older than the art of killing."

Edward Koch on Art

More quotes about Art

• "True art is characterized by an irresistible urge in the creative artist."

  Albert Einstein on Art

• "If you hear a voice within you say 'you cannot paint,' then by all means paint, and that voice will be silenced."

  Vincent Van Gogh on Art

• "The highest art is always the most religious, and the greatest artist is always a devout person."

  Abraham Lincoln on Art

• "The aim of art is to represent not the outward appearance of things, but their inward significance."

  Aristotle on Art

• "A work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament."

  Oscar Wilde on Art

More quotes by Edward Koch

• "I was born at the age of twelve on a Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer lot."

• "Deals are my art form. Other people paint beautifully on canvas or write wonderful poetry. I like making deals, preferably big deals. That's how I get my kicks."

• "The best way to lose weight is to close your mouth - something very difficult for a politician. Or watch your food - just watch it, don't eat it."

• "The best way to lose weight is to close your mouth - something very difficult for a politician. Or watch your food - just watch it, don't eat it."

• "The best way to lose weight is to close your mouth - something very difficult for a politician. Or watch your food - just watch it, don't eat it."