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Frank Auerbach

It seems to me madness to wake up in the morning and do something other than paint, considering that one may not wake up the following morning.

Frank Auerbach

Morning

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Frank Auerbach is saying that because life is uncertain and we might not have another day, it would be irrational not to spend the morning doing what he loves most—painting. He emphasizes the importance of valuing each day by focusing on meaningful activities rather than wasting time.

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