An original is a creation motivated by desire. Any reproduction of an originals motivated be necessity. It is marvelous that we are the only species that creates gratuitous forms. To create is divine, to reproduce is human.

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Ray is also noted for his work with photograms which he called "rayographs" in reference to himself. He was a significant contributor to the Dada and Surrealist movements although his ties to each were informal.