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“I see the things and people and events in my daily world as an endless succession of paintings.”

Quote by Richard Schmid

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Richard Schmid is an American artist renowned for his exquisite oil painting skills and profound depiction of natural landscapes. His works are highly esteemed in the art world, particularly for his ability to capture the changes of light and color. more

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