Gwen John quotes

I cannot imagine why my vision will have some value in the world..and yet I know it will..I think I will count because I am patient and recueilli (contemplative) in some degree. (Gwen John)
I am going to do some drawings or paintings...in the mirror of my wardrobe.. with myself as a figure doing something. View quote
Gwen John
In talking, shyness and timidity distort the very meaning of my words. I don't pretend to know anybody well. People are like shadows to me and I am like a shadow. View quote
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To be reserved, secretive, with a passionate violence that causes suffering. View quote
Gwen John
Aloneness is nearer God, nearer reality. View quote
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When I was a child, I used to cry all the time. View quote
Gwen John

Gwen John

Gwen John - Image
Occupation: Welsh Artist
Born: June 22, 1876
Died: September 18, 1939
Quotes count: 6
Wikipedia: Gwen John

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