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Art Quote by Jack White

“Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. I'll share the formula…” quote by Jack White — Download Open image

“Luck is when preparation meets opportunity. I'll share the formula I learned while forging my way forward as a full-time painter for forty-four years. The steps all break down to one simple sentence: Make art that connects with enough folks for you to earn a splendid living.”

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