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There was a great deal of peer recognition to be gained in elementary school by being able to draw well.
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"There was a great deal of peer recognition to be gained in elementary school by being able to draw well. One girl could draw horses so well, she was looked upon as a kind of sorceress"

- Chris Van Allsburg

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This quote speaks with the power of art and the adoration it can bring. In elementary school, the capability to draw well was extremely valued and might bring a great deal of recognition from peers. The woman pointed out in the quote was especially talented, and her ability was so outstanding that she was seen as a type of magical figure. This quote highlights the significance of art in our lives, and how it can bring adoration and regard. It likewise speaks with the power of skill and how it can be seen as something special. Art is an effective form of expression, and this quote demonstrates how it can be valued and appreciated by others.

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Chris Van Allsburg This quote is written / told by Chris Van Allsburg somewhere between June 18, 1949 and today. He was a famous Author from USA. The author also have 10 other quotes.

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