The noble simplicity in the works of nature only too often origina

The noble simplicity in the works of nature only too often originates in the noble shortsightedness of him who observes it. – Georg C. Lichtenberg

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The man who interprets Nature is always held in great honor. – Zora Neale Hurston

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Nature is so powerful, so strong. Capturing its essence is not easy – your work becomes a dance with light and the weather. It takes you to a place within yourself. – Annie Leibovitz

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