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- ↑ Marso, Andy (April 14, 2019). "Artist at risk of losing sight struggles to stay insured". The Kansas City Star.
- ↑ Martin, James (29 August 2018). "African American Artists Collective". KC Studio. Retrieved 17 February 2020.