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“I wish my artwork could persuade millions of people to join a global conversation about sustainability.” quote by Edward Burtynsky — Download Open image

“I wish my artwork could persuade millions of people to join a global conversation about sustainability.”

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I'm of the belief that you pursue your interests, you pull it all in, and you sort it out later.

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These landscapes aren't breaking news or necessarily even illegal. These are intentional, purposeful landscapes, whether to extend our cities or build a mine or…

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No water equals no life. We can have no oil; it's fine. No water - there is no plan b with no water.

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