“Abstract means literally to draw from or separate. In this sense every artist is abstract for he must create his own work from his visual impressions. A realistic or non-objective approach makes no difference. The result is what counts.”
Quote by Richard Diebenkorn
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Richard Diebenkorn
Richard Diebenkorn was an influential American painter known for his contributions to Abstract Expressionism and landscape painting. His work had a significant impact on the American art scene in the mid-20th century. more
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