By subscribing to Inspiring Quotes you are agreeing to our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Known for her abstract paintings inspired by nature, Georgia O’Keeffe knew from an early age that she wanted to be an artist. She once wrote in a letter to her sister Catherine, “I’m frightened all the time. Scared to death. But I’ve never let it stop me. Never!” This quote, from a 1977 interview O’Keeffe gave at the age of 90, reflects the artist’s attitude toward her vocation, and her determination to overcome fear in order to achieve her goals. Even at the age of 90, with decades of awards and accolades to her name, O’Keeffe downplayed the importance of natural talent. Instead, she credited her impressive body of work to “mostly a lot of nerve, and a lot of very, very hard work.”
16 Quotes About the Practice of Not Giving Up
The Best Lyrics To Come Out of the British Invasion
15 Quotes That Get to the Heart of Buddhism
20 Surprisingly Insightful Quotes From Children’s Movies
Quotes To Help You Live a More Spontaneous Life
15 Quotes To Remind You To Stop and Smell the Flowers
These Books by Black Authors May Just Change Your Life
Unconventional Aging Advice From 10 Centenarians
The Oldest Jokes in History
16 Instantly Recognizable Song Lyrics
13 of the Funniest Quotes From Great Novels