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“Let it not be assumed that the artist is so smug as to dislike true criticism. No sincere artist was ever completely satisfied with his labour.”

Quote by Walter J. Phillips

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Walter J. Phillips

Walter J. Phillips was a significant figure in the field of 【Identity Positioning】. Born on October 25, 1884, and passed away on July 5, 1963, his life was marked by a rich tapestry of experiences. His biography highlights his background, education, and career, with a focus on his achievements and contributions to the field, as well as his enduring impact and evaluation by later generations. more

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“Difficulties will assail you only when you lack in concentration and persistence.”

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“A landscape painting is essentially emotional in origin. It exists as a record of an effect in nature whose splendour has moved a human heart, and according as it is well or ill done it moves the hearts of others.”

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“The beauties of conception are always superior to those of expression.”

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