Richard Ankrom

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LA artist Richard Ankrom installed his most celebrated piece of public art 20 years ago this month.

Art or public service? Richard Ankrom paints LA freeway sign that looks just like the real thing

LA artist Richard Ankrom installed his most celebrated piece of public art 20 years ago this month.

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