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To Bend

This poem meditates on nature's quiet intelligence, on physics that seem random yet are written in precision. Set against chalk-like geometry, it bridges science and poetry, reflecting my current stage in life. The work invites viewers to look closer and uncover the hidden patterns beneath the surface.

2025
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Euphoria

This sketch was created during a time mental spirallation into self doubt and loneliness. It explores the isolating experiences of being trapped in one's inner turmoil and the societal pressures of being happy when you are not actually fine. One phrase that I think sums this peice up is "the brightest smiles hide the darkest sorrows".

2025
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Bottling It Up

The bottle symbolises the mind, holding emotions, thoughts, and experiences. The spilling lights represent released emotions, possibly overwhelming and chaotic, finally being realised after being contained for so long, contrasting with the dark surroundings.

2025
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Untitled

I made this because I wanted to create something that reflected my mind and the anxious thoughts that are always running around. I used paper, pencil and cut out words from an old book.

2025
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Broken by People

I wrote this poem in 2014, at a time when I used to get attached very easily. I carried so much love within me, and when people left, it created a deep sense of emptiness. Reading it now, it reminds me of how deeply I used to feel connections, and how writing became my way of processing loss and longing.

2025
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You are the Best on Earth

I wrote this poem back in 2016, during one of the darkest times in my life. I was being bullied and humiliated, which led me to hate myself and even cause physical harm to cope with the mental pain. Looking back, I don't know if the poem meets any literary standards, but to me it holds deep meaning. Every time I read it, I am reminded that I pulled myself out of that darkness.

2025
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The Old Shine

His face, weathered like a stone, tells a story of years spent toiling, providing, and nurturing. Every wrinkle and scar is a map of memory, charting the peaks of joy and the valleys of sorrow. He is not just old; he's a vessel filled with echoes, no one left to hear those unspoken words, standing alone against a cold wind. Unsung story of my grandpa.

2025
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Ethereal Convergence

Using layered colored pencils, this work explores aura, identity, and mental health. Deep outer hues represent two beings, while lighter inner tones reveal joy and vitality. The imperfect lines between hint at scars and insecurities, yet together the colors create balance, reflecting how human connection can ease inner struggles and bring a sense of wholeness.

2025
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7586km Away from Home

Out of homesickness and deadline stress, these lines came to me, words I think many far from home can relate to. In despair, I let my frustration out through spoken word poetry and a photo I shot myself, as I revisit the why I'm here.

2025
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Love's Journey

Going through a traumatic event is a journey and you are never the same after the journey. But, hopefully, despite all that you go through, you do come through it.

2024
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The Pink Lady

This acrylic piece portrays the need or desire to stand out while at university in order to get a head start in a career. This is captured by the brightly coloured pink in this piece. However, the figure can be seen looking over her shoulder and remembering everything in their past that has shaped them. Instagram - art.by_kaitlyn_

2024
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This is a foot of a Bharatnatyan Dancer, I painted this for gifting my best friend who is a professional dancer.

2024
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Shattered Reflections

This piece feels a lot like my face split up, with flaws that make me look different. The broken glass is like how my thoughts often break my sense of self and send it all over the place. When I try to get clear, the chaos inside me blurs my vision and makes it hard to find myself.

2024
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Mental Turmoil

This piece of art symbolises the weight of thoughts or feelings that are too much to handle. The head of the person disappearing into the swirl of chaos makes you feel like you're losing control.

2024
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This acrylic piece portrays an unfinished woman, which represents the start of a journey, whether thats career or just life in general. Rainbows often represents a promise of better times which I believe is the hope of everyone when embarking into the unknown. Blue is the main focus colour of the piece, this is done to evoke a feeling of calmness or serenity. Instagram - art.by_kaitlyn_

2024
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Swimming in Isolation

This acrylic piece aims to incapsulate the isolation and loneliness that students may find surrounds them when they fully commit to the full time study schedule. The paint splotches of different shades of blue around the sides gives the effect of movement, suggesting water, while covering part of the face. This symbolises that this feeling can be overcome. Instagram - art.by_kaitlyn_

2024
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Ajali

Hyperrealistic graphite drawing, I made during my gloomy days. I had been going through depression and saw a beautiful picture of Ajali, which inspired me to draw and capture her stillness in my work. The whole process of creating this artwork helped me to overcome my mental illness. The stillness and emotions in this artwork calm my mind.

2024
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The Invisible Hand

The struggle between heaven and hell. The central figure, encased in a glass jar, faces the viewer, questioning her choices. Though her body leans towards hell, an invisible hand guides her, representing faith. Floating in an ocean, she is both protected and conflicted. Her brown colour reflects race and the ability to sculpt herself. Surrealism and expressionism depict a journey of self-discovery.

2024
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ROOTing for bliss

Cosmics of art and unconscious. idea is to leave out the stress, worries and branch out into the world with blissful energy.

2024
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The Himalayas had given me the most precious gift – the realisation that the strength to overcome life's storms lies within, waiting to be discovered. And as I trekked back down to the world below, I knew that no matter what challenges life threw my way, I would forever be anchored by the beauty and resilience of the great Himalayas. Watercolor on handmade paper – a village in the Himalayas.

2023
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Imprinted Growth

When maintaining positive mental health and wellbeing, it is important that you build a stockpile of constructive coping strategies. 'Imprinted Growth' illustrates my evolving tapestry of these mechanisms, and how it is drawn upon every day.

2023
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The Rising

This poetry is inspired by my time spent in contemplative practice. Chai has often connected me to my culture and heritage, and it with it I like to sit and journal. During this time, I have often found myself lost in a dream of the past or future. This inspired me to reflect, but also find hope within to create the change I was yearning for, by finding romanticism in suffering.

2023
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Heartbreak

Things that makes you breaks you actually makes you stronger.

2023
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Wintering

This is my wintering. It is a self portrait in a photo studio with a single light. My usual style is far more fantastical, yet with the launch of AI images there is such a plethora of fantastical images and videos online that I have felt overwhelmed. For me, this has lead to me shut down; yet also appreciate simple styles and techniques. Wintering is resting before new growth. Death and rebirth.

2023
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This poignant painting reveals the intimate connection between emotions and mental health through the depiction of a naked woman adorned with a rich array of colours. Each stroke on the canvas portrays a different facet of the emotional spectrum that individuals experience as they navigate the complexities of their mental well being. Fiery reds and oranges represent the intense emotions covering her.

2023
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