Many know Beatrix Potter from her charming books or the 2006 film Miss Potter, but the real Beatrix was complex, fascinating, and far ahead of her time. In her 50s, she helped found the National Trust.
“Painting’s not important. The important thing is keeping busy.” Grandma Moses acquired her wisdom from 101 years of living, the last 25 spent as an iconic painter.
After decades as a customs inspector, Henri Rousseau picked up a brush and taught himself to paint at age 40. He submitted his work to the official Salon, but they rejected him for lack of skill. Rousseau refused to give up.
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