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“I just get the will to do it. I don’t plan a photograph in advance… I work by impulse. No philosophy. No ideas. Not by the head but by the eyes. Eventually inspiration comes-instinct is the same as inspiration, and eventually it comes.”

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Manuel Alvarez Bravo
Manuel Alvarez Bravo

Manuel Alvarez Bravo, born on February 4, 1902, and died on October 19, 2002, was a prominent Mexican artist. His works spanned various mediums including photography, painting, and sculpture, and he is known for his unique visual style and profound insights into social reality. more

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