“Most people feel that the world looks like the photograph. I've always assumed that the photograph is nearly right, but that little… — Martin Gayford Copy Share Image
“Drawing makes you see things clearer, and clearer, and clearer still. The image is passing through you in a physiological way, into… — Martin Gayford Copy Share Image
“Would Turner have slept through such terrific drama? Absolutely not! Anyone in my business who slept through that would be a fool.… — Martin Gayford Copy Share Image
“Only after seeing the winter, do you comprehend the richness of summer. This was a big theme, and one I could confidently… — Martin Gayford Copy Share Image
“After I'd drawn the grasses, I started seeing them. Whereas if you'd just photographed them, you wouldn't be looking as intently as… — Martin Gayford Copy Share Image
“When you are drawing, you are always one or two marks ahead. You're always thinking, 'After what I'm doing here I'll go… — Martin Gayford Copy Share Image
“Eight years ago, I wouldn't have painted this subject I'm starting now: a clearing filled with grasses. It would have seemed too… — Martin Gayford Copy Share Image
