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“I hate to say I'm a photographer, because I learned photography as I went along. But I also hate to say I'm a painter, a draftsman, even an artist. I think it's good when you're confused about what you are; it means you haven't defined yourself as an artist yet.”

Quote by Vik Muniz

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Vik Muniz, born on December 20, 1961, is a Brazilian artist known for his unique approach to using non-traditional materials in his work, such as garbage, sugar, and sand. His art often focuses on social and environmental issues, conveying profound social messages through the medium of art. more

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