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Hartmann and team engaged a network of friends network the art world to assist with the difficult task of approaching Picasso. After writing, they flew to the French Riviera in search of the reclusive, 85-year- old artist. Though the idea of monumental sculpture had long interested picasso, no commitments were made. It was only through Hartmann's continued effort-photographs of construction at the Civic Center gifts of American artifacts, and personal visits that the artist finally agreed. The two would become fast friends