Paul Simon and Chuck Close

By Alex Hoyt
A conversation between the singer-songwriter and the portraitist about the creative process, what inspires their work, and the roots of their artistry

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Simon discusses making songs with his wife; Close explains how he borrows from himself, and how he knows it's time to set a project aside.

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