Top 10 Quotes & Sayings by Titian

Explore popular quotes and sayings by an English painter Titian.
Last updated on December 18, 2024.
Titian

Tiziano Vecelli or Vecellio, known in English as Titian, was an Italian (Venetian) painter during the Renaissance, considered the most important member of the 16th-century Venetian school. He was born in Pieve di Cadore, near Belluno. During his lifetime he was often called da Cadore, 'from Cadore', taken from his native region.

Not every painter has a gift for painting, in fact, many painters are disappointed when they meet with difficulties in art. Painting done under pressure by artists without the necessary talent can only give rise to formlessness, as painting is a profession that requires peace of mind. The painter must always seek the essence of things, always represent the essential characteristics and emotions of the person he is painting.
He who improvises can never make a perfect line of poetry.
From the example of the past, the man of the present acts prudently so as not to imperil the future. — © Titian
From the example of the past, the man of the present acts prudently so as not to imperil the future.
I think I am beginning to learn something about painting.
The painter must always seek the essence of things, always represent the essential characteristics and emotions of the person he is painting.
Painting done under pressure by artists without the necessary talent can only give rise to formlessness, as painting is a profession that requires peace of mind.
Art is stronger than Nature
It is not bright colors but good drawing that makes figures beautiful.
A good painter needs only three colours: black, white and red.
Those who are compelled to paint by force, without being in the necessary mood, can produce only ungainly works, because this profession requires an unruffled temper.
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