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Quote by Mary Ellen Mark

“If you are interested in photography because you love it and are obsessed with it, you must be self-motivated, a perfectionist, and relentless.”

Quote by Mary Ellen Mark

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Mary Ellen Mark

Mary Ellen Mark was an American photographer renowned for her profound documentary photography. Her work focused on marginalized groups such as the homeless, teenagers, and Native Americans, showcasing their lives and inner worlds. Mark's photographs have received high acclaim in both the art and news photography fields. more

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