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“It might be David Adjaye talking about how the structure of jazz music informs his architecture, it might be the musician Terry Riley talking about how he thinks so much about cinema. I'd love to see more of a rupture between mediums and a flow between them.”

Quote by Doug Aitken

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Doug Aitken, born in 1968, is a renowned American artist. His work spans across various mediums including photography, film, and installation art, known for his unique perspective and interdisciplinary approach. more

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