Chris Van Allsburg quotes - page 3

It seems to me that not only the writing in most children's books condescends to kids, but so does the art. I don't want to do that. (Chris Van Allsburg)
I think it's difficult to forget things that are unresolved. View quote
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I think parents generally know what's best for their children. But I suppose it's possible to be overprotective. View quote
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Even the most complicated stories start with a very simple premise. View quote
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I think, for the most part, our culture embraces that artists are born, not made. View quote
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I'm not surprised that my books appeal to adults. View quote
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It's not in the interest of the artist to think of his market. View quote
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What kids are exposed to on television is more frightening and horrifying than what they see in my books. View quote
Chris Van Allsburg

Chris Van Allsburg

Chris Van Allsburg - Image
Photo: Tim Pierce, CC BY-SA 3.0
Occupation: American Author
Born: June 18, 1949
Quotes count: 58

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