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“My idealism is clearly one reason I'm an artist. I see art as one of mankind's more sublime acts, as a vital counterbalance to our base impulses .”

Quote by Richard Schmid

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Richard Schmid is an American artist renowned for his exquisite oil painting skills and profound depiction of natural landscapes. His works are highly esteemed in the art world, particularly for his ability to capture the changes of light and color. more

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