In terms of any sacrifices at the time [of World War II], I was somewhat protected living on a small farm where there was food, different perhaps from living in a city environment. I know such things as gas rationing did exist, but it wasn't anything that interfered with my daily activity.
Paul SmithI think there were some programs but in those days art programs were kind of basic. You would do drawing and simple collage type work. But at home I was beginning to get interested in doing my own thing as well. I'm not sure what inspired this, but I became very interested in decorating things.
Paul SmithGreat stories happen all around you every day. At the time theyโre happening, you donโt think of them as stories. You probably donโt think about them at all. You experience them. You enjoy them. You learn from them. Youโre inspired by them. They only become stories if someone is wise enough to share them. Thatโs when a story is born.
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