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Very interesting for an old duffer like me to try his hand at something new. If I don't do that once in a while, I might just turn into a fossil, you know!
Norman Rockwell
Old
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.
Norman Rockwell
Adventure
Artists
Living
Painting
The '20s ended in an era of extravagance, sort of like the one we're in now. There was a big crash, but then the country picked itself up again, and we had some great years. Those were the days when American believed in itself. I was happy and proud to be painting it.
Norman Rockwell
American
Country
Extravagance
Now
Painting
Years
You must first spend some time getting your model to relax. Then you'll get a natural expression.
Norman Rockwell
Time
Expression
First
Relax
Here in New England, the character is strong and unshakable.
Norman Rockwell
Character
England
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.
Norman Rockwell
Art
Life
Work
People
Artist
Difference
Some folks think I painted Lincoln from life, but I haven't been around that long. Not quite.
Norman Rockwell
Life
Right from the beginning, I always strived to capture everything I saw as completely as possible.
Norman Rockwell
Beginning
Right
Things aren't much wilder now, I don't think, than they were back then. Of course I just read about all the goings-on now. Ha.
Norman Rockwell
Now