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Springfield Art Co-Op Founder "Blossoms" On East Coast

The Pharmacy artist co-op in Springfield has come a long way since its humble beginnings a few years ago. The group will soon move from their digs in what once was the Watt Bros. Pharmacy off South Grand Avenue to a new location downtown. It's hosted numerous art shows, as well as literary, musical, and educational events.

Andrew Woolbright was one of the founders of The Pharmacy, but he's gone on to follow his own artistic goals on the east coast. A current art show of his has gained critical acclaim. He tells us about that in this interview, and gives an update on what he's up to these days...

Rachel Otwell of the Illinois Times is a former NPR Illinois reporter.
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