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“I will look through 200 photographs of Kate Moss and there will be just one that I connect with for some reason, maybe because of the composition or something in the eye... Something touches me and I know I have to paint it, in the way a child knows it wants something.”

Quote by Stella Vine

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Stella Vine is a British contemporary artist born in 1969. She is known for her distinctive painting style, encompassing portraits, figurative works, and mixed media creations. Vine's artworks are characterized by intense emotional expression and personal narratives, featuring bold color applications and expressive compositions. Her artistic practice is deeply influenced by personal experiences and emotional memories, presenting an introspective and authentic quality. more

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