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“I have absolutely no interest in creating depressing images.”

Quote by Ryan McGinley

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Ryan McGinley is an American photographer known for his works that focus on teenagers and natural landscapes. His photographs often have a dreamlike quality, capturing the carefree lifestyle of young people in natural settings. more

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