Legend has it that Pablo Picasso was sketching in the park when a bold woman approached him.
“It’s you — Picasso, the great artist! Oh, you must sketch my portrait! I insist.�
So Picasso agreed to sketch her. After studying her for a moment, he used a single pencil stroke to create her portrait. He handed the women his work of art.
“It’s perfect!� she gushed. “You managed to capture my essence with one stroke, in one moment. Thank you! How much do I owe you?�
“Five thousand dollars,� the artist replied.
“B-b-but, what?� the woman sputtered. “How could you want so much money for this picture? It only took you a second to draw it!�
To which Picasso responded, “Madame, it took me my entire life.�
Nice story, probably not true. Who cares.