Unicorn's editorial team have scoured the libraries and art galleries for this extraordinary collection of their favourite and most inspirational quotes from the creative world, both contemporary and historical.

The wisdom on these pages will empower and encourage you to tap into your creative self, and live your artistic life to the fullest. Start each day with a powerful dose of wisdom and inspiration as you are guided to take action, overcome blocks and fear, boost your productivity, create success, reach out to others, claim your inner strength, and make your creative dreams come true. If you want to be an artist, your work must be your best friend.Go to it when you feel happy, go to it when you feel sad.Arthur Lett-Haynes All art is therapy.Henry Moore If you ever feel like murdering someone you should paint a picture instead. Far less trouble in the end.Maggi Hambling