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“I'm not a good businessman and I don't promote myself particularly well. It's best I don't talk to anybody lest I alienate myself.”

Quote by Barry Blitt

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Barry Blitt, born on April 30, 1958, is a renowned American artist known for his unique sense of humor and satirical illustrations. His work often appears on the cover and in the illustrations of The New Yorker magazine. Blitt's career in illustration began with advertising and magazine illustrations, and his works have been widely appreciated by the public. more

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