Conditions Quote by Allison Mackie

“Paint right into the darkness. While painting in these conditions the mind shifts gears, engaging the unconscious. Unique 'insights' happen in the dark.” quote by Allison Mackie — Download Open image

“Paint right into the darkness. While painting in these conditions the mind shifts gears, engaging the unconscious. Unique 'insights' happen in the dark.”

Allison Mackie

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