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The Art of Cynthia Lund TorrollAmerican self taught artist...



















The Art of Cynthia Lund Torroll

American self taught artist Cynthia Lund Torroll began drawing at the age of two. Her work is a visual diary - recording personal observations of her life and the world at large. Cynthia’s drawings have been exhibited, awarded and collected internationally.

Art is the only way to run away without leaving home - run with us.

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