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Momentous Courage

 

Quote found on the Internet


Numerous quotes can be found on the Internet. Also there are numerous apps that have quotes. Yesterday, I found this quote and found it insightful. I love incorporating quotes with my digital abstract painting.

Momentous Courage. Digital art created on canvas. October 19, 2024. Afrika Abney 


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