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“I had been working at home at the time and was looking to find a studio space somewhere outside of my apartment. I thought that might be good for me in terms of having a little bit more discipline with my work habits.”

Quote by Ralph Reese

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Ralph Reese, born in May 1949, is an outstanding illustrator. His works are renowned for their unique style and profound themes, covering a wide range of fields from children's literature to adult literature. more

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“Renaissance man, woman, either way it's a worthy pursuit! Like the painters of Emilia's day, I was raised in an environment that encouraged creative expression. Both my parents were artists, who didn't think much of TV and refused to upgrade our old black and white set. To entertain myself, I made art and wrote puppet shows.”

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