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“The businessman says 'If I don't do it first, somebody else will.' The artist says 'If I don't do it first, nobody else will.'”

Quote by LeRoy Neiman

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LeRoy Neiman, born on June 8, 1921, was a renowned American artist known for his bold colors and vivid depictions. His works, which often captured scenes of sports, nightlife, and popular culture, have had a profound impact on the art world. Neiman's paintings are highly prized by museums and private collectors around the world. more

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“You know what I like about San Francisco? The women are beautiful, fashionable and smart. San Francisco is one of the only cities I like to visit. I love New York and Chicago - I studied there, and L.A. has the same people as New York.”

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“The big shock of my life was Abstract Expressionism - Pollock, de Kooning, those guys. It changed my work. I was an academically trained student, and suddenly you could pour paint, smear it on, broom it on!”

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