Former Auburn football player gives life to Aubie
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Artist Stephen Malkoff, right, is the man behind the print pictures of Aubie made in honor of the Auburn mascot's new statue.

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A crumpled up paper bag gave Stephen Malkoff his start in middle school.

When registering for classes, a young Malkoff waited too long to get into woodshop. He instead was placed into art class, having never considered creating art before in his life.

Henry Zimmer is sports editor for The Outlook and Dadeville Record. He may be contacted via email at henry.zimmer@alexcityoutlook.com.