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“What makes [photography] obscene is its terrible cruelty. Happiness may be fleeting, but it's the reason we go on living. Photography is the joy that precedes pain, the moment of life just before death.”

Quote by Nobuyoshi Araki

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Nobuyoshi Araki

Nobuyoshi Araki, born on May 25, 1940, is a Japanese photographer known for his unique perspective and style. His work spans a wide range of subjects, from street photography to intimate portraiture. more

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