Caitlin Smith is a multidisciplinary surrealist completing her master’s degree at the University of Sunderland. Working at present as a freelance commissioner, with Cats Commissions, outside of her practice, Caitlin frequently is requested to draw portraits of humans and animals. Working with a plethora of mediums, Smith favours relief printmaking processes & painting, acrylic being her preferred choice. At present, her practice explores the figurative narrative of the internalised femme fatale conjuring fragmented paintings and prints. She strives to eradicate the unspoken autocracy and biased attitudes implemented within both society & the Arts, alongside prioritising inclusivity, and representation. Smith visually transcribes an outrageous oeuvre displaying themes of politics, societal taboos, and conflict.
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Below are three gorgeous pieces of art from Keely Mclavin, a guest contributor for Meditating Cat Zine. Keely is an Irish based multidisciplinary artists who works primarily with drawing and text. Her practice explores themes of mental health specifically dealing with the de-stigmatization of the mental illness borderline personality disorder (BPD), womanhood, the body, feminist critique, sexuality, gender and identity. The artworks created are an attempt at creating mutual empathy amongst viewers. Works shown in this practice are often autobiographical showcasing the artists emotional intimacies and experiences. If you enjoyed these pieces, be sure to keep a lookout for more of Keely's work in future issues of Meditating Cat Zine! 'You Ruined My Life': 'Self Injury': 'This Is A Cry For Help':
A depiction of Curios as a dragon. This was made by Sophia Lai, @kumo.yoko.
About Sophia: Fuelled by shibas & tea, Sophia finds solace in scribbling lil’ doodles in between the draining yet amusing life that is her school life. While most of her interests & fantasies constantly come and go, thoughts on what to draw next stays on her mind 24/7, rent free. Other than her hopes of pursuing a path in the visual arts or graphic design sector, she strives to actually fill up a full sketchbook (and fix her sleep schedule) someday. |
Photos used under Creative Commons from France1978, JarleR, Raed Mansour, Ruben Holthuijsen, L a r a -