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where they both majored in fine art. After graduating from art school in 1983, they married on June 4 of the same year and later formed Joy and Tom
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industry through their studio. These projects eventually led to their company obtaining sculpting work on prototypes for licensed statues and collectibles from several notable companies that produce licensed collectibles.
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Joy and Tom
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