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Quote by Arthur Boyd

“We save paradise by an intense education program where you get people that you can trust to talk sanely about the environment and hope that the message will get through.”

Quote by Arthur Boyd

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Arthur Boyd, born on July 24, 1920, was an influential Australian artist known for his distinctive style and profound depiction of Australian rural life. His artistic career spanned half a century, and his paintings and sculptures have been exhibited worldwide, profoundly impacting Australian art. more

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