I didn't know what to expect from a famous movie star; maybe that he'd be sort of stuck-up, you know. But not Gary Cooper. He horsed around so much... that I had a hard time painting him. Norman Rockwell cooperexpectfamous Change image and share on social
When I go to farms or little towns, I am always surprised at the discontent I find. And New York, too often, has looked across the sea toward Europe. And all of us who turn our eyes away from what we have are missing life. Norman Rockwell discontenteuropeeye share on social
Eisenhower had about the most expressive face I ever painted, I guess. Just like an actor's. Very mobile. When he talked, he used all the facial muscles. And he had a great, wide mouth that I liked. When he smiled, it was just like the sun came out. Norman Rockwell actoreisenhowerexpressive share on social
I'll never have enough time to paint all the pictures I'd like to. Norman Rockwell paintpicturetime Change image and share on social
Here in New England, the character is strong and unshakable. Norman Rockwell characterenglandstrong Change image and share on social
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 adventureaheadartist Change image and share on social