Quotes About Craft

Good writing just isn't that common.

Directing has only increased my admiration and respect for what it is that actors do.

For a good poet's made, as well as born.

Spies tend to make extravagant claims for their craft, but the reality of espionage is that it frequently makes little lasting difference.

Every actor has his own approach towards acting. I believe you do not become the character you are playing. You may get closer to it but you do not lose yourself. There's just a reflection of the character in you.

In my time in the U.S. Senate, I tried to craft an energy policy... I will be part of President Obama's efforts to achieve energy independence and enhance the landscape. I am also part of his reform agenda.

I never regarded my pictures as very much to be proud of, except in this, the craft, the style.

Acting is acting, regardless of the medium.

The rehearsal is where it all happens for an actor.

I like to rehearse. We did a lot of rehearsals for 'Moneyball,' but it is really individual to the actor. It's not like, 'Here is my process, everybody. Fit in.'

In theatre, you rehearse for months and then perform. That way, you're totally in-sync with your character, the other characters, and the story.

I love rehearsing; it's the best part of the job.

I was learning the craft; I didn't study writing in school. Rejection was my motivation, and failure is what taught me.

I love anything related to acting.

The idea of exploring character relations and their development over a decade has to be appealing for any actor who cherishes his craft.

Every actor believes in his way of performing.

Mr. Hitchcock knew what he was doing.

Writing is like hitting yourself on the head with a hammer. It always feels good when you finish.

I don't have any hobbies. Music is my hobby.

Now, when I was in the Army, writing was my hobby.

Writing is a discipline: it's almost all about holding back.

I conduct myself as if I am a spaceman in Hollywood. I don't want to do anything fancy. I don't want people to send me free clothes. I just want to be grateful for this craft they let me do.

I love getting anything homemade - anything that's from the heart. If you can make or craft your own something, that always goes above and beyond, like, a candle - which is great, but if it's homemade, that's so much better for me.

I have a very schoolish approach to acting. I like to do my homework, know more about the character, and study it. It's all about the craft.