“When an artist begins to count strokes instead of regarding nature he is lost. This preoccupation with technique, at the expense of truth and sincerity, is the principal fault I find in much of the work of modern painters.”
Quote by Joaquin Sorolla
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Joaquin Sorolla
Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida was a renowned Spanish painter known for his vivid and emotive portrayals of Spanish people and landscapes. Born on February 27, 1863, in Valencia, Spain, Sorolla's early works were influenced by the Realist movement. He gained international acclaim for his paintings, especially at the 1889 World's Fair in Paris. Sorolla's style evolved to a more impressionistic approach, marked by his use of light and color. He passed away on August 10, 1923. more
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