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![Eddie Filer Jr.: Art is Life](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/039456_0bebd45a164745da83f91658b542c9c8~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_434,h_326,fp_0.50_0.50,q_90,enc_auto/039456_0bebd45a164745da83f91658b542c9c8~mv2.webp)
Bobby Stanton
Feb 22, 20224 min read
Eddie Filer Jr.: Art is Life
Meet BOI (Born on the Island) Eddie Filer Jr., who has been a professional artist for over 30 years. While classical portraiture is his...
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Bobby Stanton
Feb 22, 20225 min read
Bob Ford: A Living Legend
Meet Bob Ford. At 93, this lifelong Islander is a walking and talking encyclopedia of All Things Galveston. His dad was none other than...
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Bobby Stanton
Jan 2, 20222 min read
Tommy Armstrong: Proud B.O.I.
Humans of Galveston: If you knew back then what you know now, Tommy D., what would you have done differently? Tommy: “Nothing, because I...
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Bobby Stanton
Jan 2, 20221 min read
Chuck Jones: Tattoo artist
Humans of Galveston: What would you like to see more of in the world? Chuck: "A little more creativity and more people getting along in...
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Bobby Stanton
Jan 2, 20221 min read
Sam Garner: Keeping it real
Humans of Galveston: What does the good life mean, Sam? Sam: "Take care of yourself and be active." Humans of Galveston: What are some...
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Bobby Stanton
Jan 2, 20223 min read
Peter Cangelosi: Every day's a good day
Peter Cangelosi is one of the most positive people I have met. I met him on The Strand, where he was soaking up sunshine and good music...
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Bobby Stanton
Jan 2, 20223 min read
Patrick James: Englishman in G-Town
Since he was a young boy, Patrick James has been fascinated with All Things America. He got here as soon as he could and the move to...
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Bobby Stanton
Jan 2, 20221 min read
Galveston artist in residence
Humans of Galveston: What is the best thing that happened to you this week? Artist: “Well, I got a check in the mail because my computer...
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Bobby Stanton
Oct 27, 20213 min read
Courtney : 'I'm Only Human'
Humans of Galveston: Tell us about your life, Courtney. Courtney: I’m 32 and I was born and raised on the island. I grew up in Cedar...
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Bobby Stanton
Oct 27, 20212 min read
Gabriel Prusmack : Painting the town!
Humans of Galveston: How long have you been doing art, and how long in Galveston? Gabriel: I’ve been doing artwork all my life, but I...
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Bobby Stanton
Oct 27, 20212 min read
Raymond Lewis: A life of service
Humans of Galveston : Tell us about yourself Raymond. "I’m Raymond Lewis. I’m sitting here just enjoying the day in Galveston. It’s...
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Bobby Stanton
Oct 27, 20211 min read
Leif: An incredible life
Humans of Galveston: What is the key to life? There’s two things you have to do every day to make your life incredible. You need to taste...
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Bobby Stanton
Oct 27, 20212 min read
Marvin Walters: Pioneer stuntman
Humans of Galveston had the pleasure to meet Marvin Walters, a pioneer stuntman in the Hollywood entertainment industry. He’s known for...
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Bobby Stanton
Oct 27, 20212 min read
Level One Band: Bringing the funk!
Galveston is known known for its sunny beaches, laid-back people and its historical homes. Oh, and let’s not forget the music scene,...
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