aqeouscoatimundi & demonz

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     aqeouscoatimundi & demonz 
     2 paintings by P.Murry will be in the brent artists resource show: 



'Encounters'Journeys & discoveries
at BAR Gallery, Unit 4- 5, Queens Parade, Willesden, London NW2 5HT

     21st Feb-20th March
Private View 20th Feb 6pm-10pm 

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