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Art's true purpose is to be human as opposed to some rarefied activity set away from real life. I think art should help you to navigate the real challenges of being a human being.

Martin Firrell

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Martin Firrell
Age: 61
Born: 1963
Born: April 4
Artist
Paris
France
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