My painting teacher in high school used to say, 'I can't paint like I want to, but through practice I'll get better.' But I don't think that's true. I think sometimes you just can't paint.

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This quote reflects a skeptic's perspective on the notion of improvement through practice. The individual disagrees with their painting teacher's belief that anyone can become a better painter with practice. They contend that certain talents and skills may be limited, suggesting that there are instances where no matter the effort, one may simply lack the ability to paint as desired.

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