We can accept any and all events in our existence if we believe our mothers love us. For, as I say, she was, and still is, all the world to us. - John Diamond

Taking a photograph is, it seems to me, a momentary revelation of an instance of the universal unity. The subject and I are one.

The basic purpose of music is to be therapeutic, to raise the life energy of the listener. This simple yet profound truth seems to have been forgotten in this era which acclaims technical virtuosity and sophisticated musicology. The function of music since its beginning has been the spiritual uplifting of the listener so that his life energy is enhanced by the experience.

The test of every act of creativity: Does it help you to enthusiastically, passionately, whole-heartedly and gratefully Embrace all your life? This, I believe, is the basic purpose of all the arts—and thus should be the basic Intention of every artist.