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“In the range of my character at any given moment, I have acted in the only way it seemed to me I could have acted. This in no way means that I have done what was right; only what was possible for me. Sometimes I have done what I knew was wrong, and have rationalized. But rationalization is a form of desperation. It takes kindness to forgive oneself for one's life.”

Quote by Anne Truitt

Book:Daybook: The Journal of an Artist

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Daybook: The Journal of an Artist

This book offers a glimpse into the thoughts and experiences of an artist through their journal entries, providing a candid look at the creative process and the artist's journey. more

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Anne Truitt (March 16, 1921 - December 23, 2004) was an influential American sculptor known for her minimalist geometric sculptures. Her work, characterized by its simple shapes and bold color contrasts, had a profound impact on American sculpture in the second half of the 20th century. more

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