Paula Modersohn-Becker quotes - page 2
Paula Modersohn-Becker was a pioneering German painter and one of the most important early expressionists. Her innovative approach blended bold colors and simplified forms to portray the human figure, especially women and children. She influenced modern art deeply and is remembered as a trailblazer in breaking artistic conventions. Here are 56 of her quotes:
As I was painting today, some thoughts came to me and I want to write them down for people I love. I know that I shall not live very long. But I wonder, is that sad? Is a celebration more beautiful because it lasts longer? And my life is a celebration, a short, intense celebration. My powers of perception are becoming finer.... with almost every breeze I take, I get a new sense and understanding of the linden tree, of ripened wheat, of hay... I suck everything up into me. And if only now love would blossom for me, before I depart; and if I can paint three good pictures, then I shall go gladly, with flowers in my hair..
Paula Modersohn-Becker
I think I'm getting into the real mood and atmosphere of Worpswede now. What I used to call my Sunken Bell mood, the spell I was under when I first got here, was sweet, very sweet – but it was really only a dream, and one that couldn't last long in any sort of active life. Then came the reaction to it, and after that something truer – serious work and serious living for my art, a battle I must fight with all my strength. I am filled with the sun, every part of me, and with the breezy air, intoxicated with the moonlight on the bright snow... Nature was speaking with me and I listened to her, happy and vibrant. Life.
Paula Modersohn-Becker
Paula Modersohn-Becker
Occupation: German Artist
Born: February 8, 1876
Died: November 20, 1907
Quotes count: 56
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