“That nervous energy that makes people like you and I want and go after everything in the world - bump our heads on all the hard walls and scratch our hands on all the briars - but it makes living great - doesn't it - I'm glad I want everything in the world - good and bad - bitter and sweet - I want it all and a lot of it too”
Quote by Georgia O'Keeffe
Work
Lovingly, Georgia: The Complete Correspondence of Georgia O'Keeffe and Anita Pollitzer
Comprising letters spanning several decades, this collection provides a unique glimpse into the relationship between two influential women, exploring their shared experiences, artistic inspirations, and personal growth. more
Author
Georgia O'Keeffe
American artist known for her distinctive paintings of flowers and landscapes. O'Keeffe's work is renowned for its bold colors and innovative forms, which have had a profound impact on 20th-century American art. more
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