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My painting carries with it the message of pain
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"My painting carries with it the message of pain"

- Frida Kahlo

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Frida Kahlo was a Mexican artist who was understood for her self-portraits that frequently illustrated her physical and psychological discomfort. This quote from Kahlo speaks with the power of her art and how it can be utilized to communicate her sensations. By painting her discomfort, Kahlo was able to reveal her emotions in a way that words could not. Through her art, she had the ability to share her battles with the world and reveal that she was not alone in her suffering. Her art was a method for her to handle her discomfort and to make sense of her life. By painting her pain, Kahlo was able to create a powerful message that resonates with lots of people. Her art is a reminder that pain is a part of life which it can be utilized to create something lovely.

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Frida Kahlo This quote is written / told by Frida Kahlo between July 6, 1907 and July 13, 1954. She was a famous Painter from Mexico. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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