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Evolve Quote by Sam Abell

“Life rarely presents fully finished photographs. An image evolves, often…” quote by Sam Abell — Download Open image

“Life rarely presents fully finished photographs. An image evolves, often from a single strand of visual interest - a distant horizon, a moment of light, a held expression.”

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