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Allard Lavaritte
Hi, I’m Allard Lavaritte—a digital artist and illustrator based in Davao City. I’ve been creating art for over a decade, from quick sketches to full digital paintings. No art degree or fancy studio—just curiosity, practice, and persistence.
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