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doreen c.

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An intriguing oil on canvas portrait, The Whisperer features a surreal open face with eyes that follow the viewer, drawing them into its gaze.

A bougainvillea plant, known as the flower of Ipoh, the artist’s birthplace grows from the face, symbolizing resilience and personal roots.

Inside the face, blue and white Asian porcelain evokes fragility and cultural heritage. The piece reflects themes of imperfection, growth, and identity, inviting viewers to explore the balance between vulnerability and transformation.

Kintsugi celebrates the beauty of imperfection and resilience, drawing inspiration from the Japanese art of repairing broken pottery with gold. Through surreal imagery, this collection explores themes of healing, transformation, and the acceptance of flaws as part of one’s unique story. Each piece reflects how brokenness can lead to profound beauty and growth.

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