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“I have learned that what I have not drawn I have never really seen, and that when I start drawing an ordinary thing, I realize how extraordinary it is, sheer miracle.”

Quote by Frederick Franck

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Frederick Franck

Frederick Franck was a renowned author, born on April 12, 1909, and passed away on June 5, 2006. His works spanned across philosophy, psychology, and art, and were highly appreciated by readers. more

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