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“There is a definite moment when a work congeals and crystallizes. Once I am finished with a painting, I am happy to send it off into the world so I can get to work on the next one.”

Quote by Mark Ryden

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Mark Ryden is an American painter known for his surrealistic style and dreamlike imagery. His works often feature references to childhood memories, religious symbols, and popular culture, which have gained him a wide following. more

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