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Putting stocks in his art

A lot of stock traders might have a drink or hit the gym when they lose money. Tom Moran paints. And his trades are his inspiration. Amy Scott visited his studio for this report.

Tom Moran with one of his stock-chart-inspired artworks. (Amy Scott)

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