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are distorted and harsh, looking as if they were evil beings rather than humans. Sometimes the humans have caused trouble for Nick, as some people find their bluntness hard to handle, yet these people fail to see what Nick is trying to show. The possibilities when searching the human mind are endless, and Nick is always hoping to learn more through his work. Nick simplifies his work in a well-worded statement, “I want to humanize my animals, and animalize my humans.” There is an undeniable emotional connection between humans and other animals, our basic instincts will always control us, no matter how hard we try.

- Ben Kaplan

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