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- 1 2 3 4 Eric Gelber, "Terrestial [sic] Breezes and Solar Winds: A studio visit with Roberto Juarez." Accessed June 11, 2017. artcritical. July 18, 2010.
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- ↑ Grace Glueck, “Art in Review; Roberto Juarez." Accessed June 11, 2017. The New York Times. July 7, 2000.
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