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Adriano F. Abatayo was born and raised in Nanakuli, Hawaii. He began his artistic talents at the ripe age of 5 - drawing animals and people. Oftentimes being caught daydreaming in class, it was considered as having 'a lack of attention'. As an adult freelance artist he has won many praises for his work, which have been received by the likes of Steven Spielberg, Barbra Streisand and President Bill Clinton. In October 2009, one of his most treasured pieces - a beautiful portrait of Barbra Streisand - was sold at her auction with critical praise. Though he considers California as his home, Hawaii will always remain a special part of his life.
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