79 Quotes by Norman Rockwell

Without thinking too much about it in specific terms, I was showing the America I knew and observed to others who might not have noticed. My fundamental purpose is to interpret the typical American. I am a story teller.

I paint life as I would like it to be,

I’m tired, but proud.

If the public dislikes one of my Post covers, I can’t help disliking it myself.

The secret to so many artists living so long is that every painting is a new adventure. So, you see, they’re always looking ahead to something new and exciting. The secret is not to look back.

If a picture wasn’t going very well, I’d put a puppy in it.

I talk as I sketch, too, in order to keep their minds off what I’m doing so I’ll get the most natural expression I can from them. Also, the talking helps to size up the subject’s personality, so I can figure out better how to portray him.

Some people have been kind enough to call me a fine artist. I’ve always called myself an illustrator. I’m not sure what the difference is. All I know is that whatever type of work I do, I try to give it my very best. Art has been my life.

Travel is like a tonic to me. It’s more than just getting away from the studio for a brief rest. I need it to recharge my batteries.