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As I have practiced it, photography produces pleasure by simplicity. I see something special and show it to the camera. A picture is produced. The moment is held until someone sees it. Then it is theirs.
Sam Abell
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Sam Abell
Age: 79
Born: 1945
Born: February 19
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Sylvania
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