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“My one failing as an artist is that I depend on reference material to perhaps a greater extent than I should. Delacroix said that if you can draw a man falling out of a window and have the drawing finished before he hits the ground then you're a real artist. I wasn't that kind of artist.”

Quote by Edward Sorel

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Edward Sorel is a renowned illustrator known for his unique style and sense of humor. Born on March 26, 1929, he has dedicated his life to the art of illustration, contributing numerous outstanding works to books, magazines, and advertising. more

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