Yayoi Kusama Quotes & Sayings

“With just one polka dot, nothing can be achieved. In the universe, there is the sun, the moon, the earth, and hundreds of millions of stars. All of us live in the unfathomable mystery and infinitude of the universe. Pursuing 'philosophy of the universe' through art under such circumstances has led me to what I call 'stereotypical repetition.'”

“I think I will be able to, in the end, rise above the clouds and climb the stairs to Heaven, and I will look down on my beautiful life.”

“I believe that eyes are very important motifs. That's something that can discern the peace and love.”

“My art originates from hallucinations only I can see. I translate the hallucinations and obsessional images that plague me into sculptures and paintings.”

“Since my childhood, I have always made works with polka dots. Earth, moon, sun and human beings all represent dots; a single particle among billions.”

“Forget yourself. Become one with eternity. Become part of your environment.”

“Polka dots can't stay alone. When we obliterate nature and our bodies with polka dots, we become part of the unity of our environments.”

“I wanted to start a revolution, using art to build the sort of society I myself envisioned.”

“I, Kusama, am the modern Alice in Wonderland.”

“I have a flood of ideas in my mind. I just follow my vision.”