Another morning they went to Guilder's, the art school of which Don had said, "They teach you everything except how to sell your pictures," and Flamby made the acquaintance of hammett, famous as a painter of dogs, velvet and lace, under whom she was to work.
"The Orchard of Tears"
Sax Rohmer
Flamby made progress at Guilder's, growing more and more familiar with the technique of her art, but, under the careful guidance of hammett, never losing that characteristic nonchalance of style which was the outstanding charm of her work.
"The Orchard of Tears"
Sax Rohmer
So many professors seem to regard their pupils as misshapen creatures, who must be reduced to a uniform pattern, but hammett was not as one of these.
"The Orchard of Tears"
Sax Rohmer
