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“The voice of painterly integrity spoke to me. And the idea was that one would find this anguish, or whatever, and construct it into images that would appear. You already feel very ill and you're trying to put this riddle together because it is the prescription for health. I believe in art as a spiritual health-giving process, not just some style.”

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Malcolm Morley
Malcolm Morley

Malcolm Morley is a British artist known for his fusion of photography and painting. His works often explore the boundary between reality and fiction, as well as the relationship between history and memory. Born on June 7, 1931, Morley's artistic career spans over half a century, profoundly influencing contemporary art. more

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