The role of the artist is exactly the same as the role of the lover. If I love you, I have to make you conscious of the things you don't see. (James Baldwin)

The role of the artist is exactly the same as the role of the lover. If I love you, I have to make you conscious of the things you don't see.

James Baldwin

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