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are well known for the arts and Lance thinks that growing up in the area and being surrounded by art definitely steered him in that direction. “I just loved being here,” said Lance. “To me, it was like a sanc- tuary. My parents were divorced early on and my dad moved to Lambertville. I lived with him on and off. It’s a lovely place. People have their places where they feel comfortable and that’s one of my favorite places in the world. Sometimes you appreciate your NJ STAGE - ISSUE 59 hometown even more after you re- turn and I’m grateful for recreating a new life in Lambertville.” Unlike street musicians, Lance does not have a tip jar besides him, although he says it might be a good idea. Instead, he pro- motes his website, talks with people, and creates memories. He knows that a lot of people are afraid to enter art galleries, worry- ing that they will not be able to af- ford the work. So, he tries to offer artwork that is far more affordable than found in galleries. But it’s the INDEX NEXT ARTICLE 99