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“Puppets are pure form then ideas for performance come out of that. It's always the form and the visuals and that's why I like to make puppets in a gallery or museum. They're not often in those contexts.”

Quote by Wayne White

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Wayne White, born in 1957, is a talented artist known for his unique style that combines humor, satire, and surrealism. His works have won the admiration of art enthusiasts around the world. more

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