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Quote by Henri Matisse
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What I dream of is an art of balance, of purity and serenity devoid of troubling or depressing subject matter – a soothing, calming influence on the mind, rather like a good armchair which provides relaxation from physical fatigue. – Henri Matisse

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An artist must possess Nature. He must identify himself with her rhythm, by efforts that will prepare the mastery which will later enable him to express himself in his own language. – Henri Matisse

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Creative people are curious, flexible, persistent, and independent with a tremendous spirit of adventure and a love of play. – Henri Matisse

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Poor Georgia OKeeffe. Death didnt soften the opinions of the art world toward her paintings. – Jerry Saltz

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