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Quote by Diane Arbus

“One thing I would never photograph is a dog lying in the mud.”

Quote by Diane Arbus

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Diane Arbus was an influential American photographer known for her unique perspective and poignant works. Her photographs focused on marginalized groups and the underprivileged, revealing the complexity and diversity of human nature. Arbus' work has had a profound impact on the art world and is considered an important figure in the history of photography of the 20th century. more

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