Quotes from Mark Kostabi

There's too much negativity in the world. Staying positive is a better investment.

It's very true that an artist who networks well will have better opportunities than one who doesn't network well. But great networking skills without great art won't change art history.

As a comic book artist, once you become a master, you end up a slave. In fine art you're always free... since I couldn't make it at Marvel, I made my life a carnival.

The press needs stories constantly. No need to bleed, just feed. Branding will keep you standing... Get press not stress.

Do what you love. Go to a good art school and study with the best teachers. Move to New York and read Ask Mark Kostabi.

Artists of the world arise - it's time to dump your dealers.

I really believe in my work and in no way think I'm taking advantage of anyone. I feel generous when selling my art.

I'm not sure what [my latest works are] about but I'm convinced they're the best things I've done and I'm going to the world's best museums with them.

I'm an artist because that's what I was best at as a kid. It was fun... I continue to be an artist... for the freedom that an art career can bring. I don't need an alarm clock and I am my own boss.