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#54 Victor and Maite

Oct 19, 2023
A man named Victor can't stop painting portraits of his ex-wife years after their divorce. The podcast explores their enduring love story, Victor's annual photo shoot with his ex-wife, the concept of beauty and love, and the narrator's reflections on their relationship. It also mentions being present and returning furniture, along with the production team.
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Quick takeaways

  • Victor's art serves as a way for him to spend time with his ex-wife and express his love for her through over 4,000 painted portraits.
  • Mite participates in Victor's art out of a sense of responsibility and the annual photoshoot allows him to create paintings throughout the year.

Deep dives

Victor's Unending Love for Mite

For artist Victor, Mite is his eternal muse, captivating him for over three decades. Despite their divorce, Mite remains the central figure in Victor's artwork, with over 4,000 paintings of her. Victor's art seems to be a conduit for his love, allowing him to spend time with her, even if it's in the form of painted portraits. Real love, according to Victor, doesn't require romance or possession, but is simply finding joy in the object of his affection.

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