Lucien Smith reflects on his career as an artist, acknowledging his approach has often been non-original and derivative. From a promising start in 2011 with high auction sales and a reputation for copying famous works, he now aims to pivot to new endeavors. After years of ups and downs in his personal and professional life, Smith plans to open a restaurant named Food, inspired by the original artist-run venue of the same name, to connect with his artistic roots and community.
"I've always role-played as a painter, role-played as a fine artist. I don't know how much of it is genuine and how much of it is an act."
"Maybe everything is derivative, you know? Maybe we're all just living the lives of other people."
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