Who said "The painter should be deaf and blind to be independent."?

This quote is attributed to Claude Monet.

The painter should be deaf and blind to be independent. - Claude Monet

"The painter should be deaf and blind to be independent."

Claude Monet Freedom

Impressionist Painter French 1840–1926

"I must have flowers, always, and always."

"Color is my day-long obsession, joy and torment."

"The richness I achieve comes from Nature, the source of my inspiration."

"I am following Nature without being able to grasp her."

"Freedom to pursue your passion is precious."

"Freedom comes at a cost."

"Order isn't restriction. It's freedom."

"Freedom comes with responsibility"