Bram van Velde - Living Quotes

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My work is independent of my will. My best works are created when driven by an inner strength. This has nothing to do with my will. It is that immediate spontaneity of my intense way of living that makes the difference between my work and a lot of other artists who make art works with their mind.

Bram van Velde

When you cross any border there is always an uneasy moment when you feel yourself automatically an enemy. Artists don't belong to any group or country... When you are living the truth, the world no longer exists, events become unimportant. But the way of truth is not easy.... if you are on the side of truth, you have no power. That's why you are always defeated. The power, all the power, is on the side of the world... I have been completely absorbed in my adventure. No country, no family, no ties. I didn't exist anymore. I just had to press on.

Bram van Velde

The artist is living a secret that he has to make manifest

Bram van Velde

Painting is being alive. Through my painting, I beat back this world that stops us living and where we are in constant danger of being destroyed... No, you have to know when to keep silent.

Bram van Velde