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“The thing that interests me about photography, and why it's different from all other media, is that it's the only medium in which there is even the possibility of an accidental masterpiece.”

Quote by Chuck Close

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Chuck Close is an American photographer known for his large-scale portrait paintings. His works are characterized by high-resolution and finely detailed depictions of individuals, capturing their unique features. Close's contributions to the art world have been profound, and he is considered one of the most outstanding portrait painters of the 20th century. more

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