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“The pictures come to me in my mind, and if to me it is a worthwhile picture I paint it I do over the picture several times in my mind and when I am ready to paint it I have all the details I need.”

Quote by Horace Pippin

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Horace Pippin was an American painter known for his works depicting the American Civil War and everyday life. His paintings are characterized by strong emotional expression and a realistic style. more

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