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# Amos Ferguson

(1920–2009)   Visual Artist

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Amos Ferguson was a visual artist.

## Quick Facts About Amos Ferguson

Born February 28, 1920

Died October 19, 2009

Profession Visual Artist

## About Amos Ferguson

Bahamian folk artist (1920-2009)... \| Amos Ferguson was a Bahamian folk artist. He was known for his brilliantly coloured Bible stories and Bahamian scenes. He was nicknamed the "Picasso of Nassau".

##  Quotes by Amos Ferguson

> [I paint not by sight but by faith. Faith gives you sight.](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/amos-ferguson/i-paint-not-by-sight-but-by-faith-faith-gives-you-sight/)

[Amos Ferguson](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/author/amos-ferguson/)

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[Image](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/i/bf9/amos-ferguson-218644_art_i-paint-not-by-sight-but-by-faith-faith_1401029.png)

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