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After the first proof [of 'Sphere Spirals'] my high expectations were, as always, greatly disappointed. I am now struggling on - with some feeling of despair - so that I at least achieve a passable result.

— M. C. Escher

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He who wonders discovers that this is in itself a wonder.

As long as there have been men.. ..upon this globe.. ..we have held firmly to the notion of.. ..all of which must continue to be everlasting in time and infinite in space.

I am a graphic artist heart and soul, though I find the term "artist" rather embarrassing.

The things I want to express are so beautiful and pure.

Are you sure that a floor cannot also be a ceiling? Are you absolutely certain that you go up when you walk up a staircase?

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