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“It took 12 years to put this film [Dream of Life] together, but it was not until toward the end of those 12 years that I looked at Patti [Smith] and said, "Maybe we should do something with this footage."”

Quote by Steven Sebring

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Steven Sebring is a renowned photographer known for his unique perspective and profound thematic works. His photographic career is characterized by exploration and experimentation, with his works spanning multiple genres including portrait, landscape, and documentary photography. Although his exact birth and death dates are unknown, his works have had a profound impact on the field of photography. more

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