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I don't like directing a lot of people. So trying to keep things really simple and elegant is my preferred way of working.
Carrie Mae Weems
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Carrie Mae Weems
Age: 71
Born: 1953
Born: April 20
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Installation Artist
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Video Artist
Portland
Oregon
Carrie Mae Wees
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