Every work of art is aggressive, Isabella. And every artist's life is a small war or a large one, beginning with oneself and one's limitations. To achieve anything you must first have ambition and then talent, knowledge, and finally the opportunity.

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When we look at the world around us with all its beauty and wonder, we often forget that not everyone is born with equal gifts and opportunities. As a result, many talented people never achieve their full potential in life. Sometimes, their success comes in the form of an award or a big paycheck; but, most of the time, it comes in the form of hard work and determination. The great thing about art is that it allows us to see the world differently from how others do. It gives us a new perspective on what we have been missing all along.

Source: The Angels Game

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