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Stephanie Gardiner

Australia's 'big nowhere' in the eye of the beholder

The young cattleman's faint smile reminded photographer Paul J Ryan of the Mona Lisa. (Paul J Ryan/AAP PHOTOS)

A shirtless outback cowboy stares out from beneath a worn black hat, as blood trickles from his callused hand.

Under the young cattleman's rough exterior, photographer Paul J Ryan saw a fragile beauty in his green eyes and melancholy expression.

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