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Art allows you to imbue the truth with a sort of magic, so it can infiltrate the psyches of more people, including those who don't believe the same things as you.

— Wangechi Mutu Art Is the Highest Form of Hope & Other Quotes by Artists by Phaidon (2016)

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Art is not confined by any limitations; it is boundless, infinite, and ever-evolving.

Art has the power to inspire hope, to ignite the spark of revolution.

The artist's voice is essential, for it speaks the truth that others may be afraid to utter.

The power of art lies in its ability to provoke emotions and elicit a response.

By challenging societal norms, art can inspire change and reshape the world.

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