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My Awesome Australian: Online exhibition

Beautiful Painted Hero by Bronte (8-11 years, NSW)

Painting
Beautiful Painted Hero
I chose my friend Ash. She is such a kind person who I have known since I was five years old. I will never forget her. I chose to add lots of colours because she is such a fun person and the bright colours remind me of her. I also added nature colours so that it shows both calm and fun sides of her. Ash used to work with my parents and has always supported me and my family. I love her to the moon and back. Thank you Ash!

My Awesome Australian

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