Published: December 11, 2024 7:57 pm Raymond Dominic Agius was born in Zejtun, Malta, in 1955. At age 23, after finishing a six-year contract in the British shipyards in Malta, Raymond emigrated to Australia and later became an Australian Citizen and a draughtsman, later an engineer and eventually an Automotive Designer for General Motors Holden. During his 30 years in Australia he was involved in the design of many iconic Australian automobiles as well as the redesign of the fifth generation American Chevrolet Camaro. At the pinnacle of his career, he headed the prestigious Experimental Body Design Department at General Motors Holden Australia in Melbourne. His art was ever present, writing books and short stories, as well as Graphic Novels. Painting was a hobby that turned into a second profession when he retired in 2007 to return to Malta to pursue his love of Art. In 2014 he became an American citizen. He is listed in many local art books and his art is a constantly present at charity events and personal exhibitions.
