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Those who are waiting for an epiphany to strike may wait forever. The artist simply goes to work, making art, both good and not so good.

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Chuck Close
Age: 81 †
Born: 1940
Born: July 5
Died: 2021
Died: August 19
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Washington
Charles Thomas Close
Charles Close
Chuck Close (1940-2021)
Charles Close (1940-2021)
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