You need a big ego to be an artist.

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• Damien Hirst:

  I've been asked to do a retrospective since I was about 28 and I always thought that was a bit odd.

• Damien Hirst:

  A painting probably is the most shocking increase in value, from what it costs to make to what you

• Damien Hirst:

  Whenever I've been well-known or hitting the press, I've always had to get my credit card out to pr

• Damien Hirst:

  The idea of going on tour for the rest of my life with old works is not that exciting. As an artist

• Damien Hirst:

  Painting is so poetic, while sculpture is more logical and scientific and makes you worry about gra

• Damien Hirst:

  As a father, I would say I am more like a mother. I do a lot of hugging.

• Damien Hirst:

  When it comes to the British monarchy, I prefer to be seduced by an image than presented with a rea

• Damien Hirst:

  I think I like big issues, but I don't believe in God or religion.

• Damien Hirst:

  I was taught to confront things you can't avoid. Death is one of those things. To live in a society

• Damien Hirst:

  I think money is important for everyone, because the lack of it is so painful.