Anish Kapoor

Sculpture occupies the same space as your body.

The work itself has a complete circle of meaning and counterpoint. And without your involvement as a viewer, there is no story.

You know that day after day of, Oh God what am I going to do with myself feeling? The fear of the emptiness that it implies keeps me going.

Acting is a masochistic form of exhibitionism. It is not quite the occupation of an adult.

Some directors were brilliant in the silent era but never felt at home in sound. It's like a sculptor being forced to take up painting.

I studied international relations and economics at the University of Virginia. I paid my way by working as a bartender in the summer and at three part-time jobs during the year.