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David Strachan collection of Keith A. O’Bea papers
2013-14  
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Description
Keith Allen O’Bea (1964-2010) was an artist who was also known as Kayo (or KAO). He was a Naraya dance and faerie urban gardener who adopted the name Lightning Raven. Includes writings, photographs, artwork, sketchbooks, cartoons, materials from Wolf Creek Sanctuary, books by artists that influenced O’Bea, and a small amount of correspondence.
Background
Keith Allen O’Bea (1964-2010) was an artist who was also known as Kayo (or KAO). He was a Naraya dance and faerie urban gardener who adopted the name Lightning Raven. O’Bea studied art and design at Broward County Community College before moving to San Francisco in 1986. He worked at the Macy’s Union Square men’s store until 2009.
Extent
3 linear feet (1 carton, 1 oversize box)
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Availability
Collection is open for research.