Patrick JamesExamine the city too closely, and you see all of its flaws. Remove your glasses and let it blur, and your reward is a beautiful mix of color and light.
That's the lovely video for Brad Laner's "Eyes Close," from the album Natural Selections. It was directed by his brother, Josh.
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