Egyptomainia: Hieroglyphs encircle theatre columns
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Egyptomainia: Hieroglyphs encircle theatre columns


Ventura County Star

The culmination of nine months of work and a ton of dedication, an unusual art project is now on permanent display at the Roxy Stadium 11 Theatre in Camarillo.

The work of local artist Tammy Carlson, the project is a series of six giant lobby pillars adorned with Egyptian hieroglyphics, animals and symbols, to match the decor of the theater at 5001 Verdugo Way.






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