Existence Quote by Young-Ha Kim

“I always take a close look at those who lose themselves in self portraits. They are solitary souls, prone to introspection, who have really grappled with their existence.” quote by Young-Ha Kim — Download Open image

“I always take a close look at those who lose themselves in self portraits. They are solitary souls, prone to introspection, who have really grappled with their existence.”

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