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Acrylic on canvas \u2013 7 x 8 inch \u2013 Unique work<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tonight is the big night! My first solo art exhibition!<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

I have spent the last six months preparing for this unique and special day. I decided to create a new, large-scale canvas depicting Singapore and its Merlion\u2014a beautiful project that took me the entire summer to complete, and one of which I am very proud. Then, rather last minute, I thought it would be a lovely idea to add some smaller pieces featuring locations in Normandy. As I visited various towns\u2014Pont-Audemer, Honfleur, Veules-les-Roses, Beuvron-en-Auge, Houlgate, and, of course, the keep at Conches-en-Ouche\u2014they all came to life under my brush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The exhibition is titled “1, 2, 3\u2026 Colors!”\u2014and there is certainly no shortage of color! I have chosen to present my paintings of Paris in two versions: the first is figurative, while the second features vibrant colors and geometric shapes. They face one another within the space allotted to me. The large-scale works depict the various exhibition locations: Paris, Amsterdam, and Singapore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I am deeply moved to see my work from several years gathered together in one place. All those hours spent sitting before my easel\u2014all the hesitations and doubts as I strove to achieve the best possible result. Questions constantly crowd my mind, while answers are far fewer. Most of the time, I rely on my instinct. Occasionally, I seek advice here and there\u2014from those close to me, or from people I\u2019ve crossed paths with along the way. I always listen; sometimes it leads me in an entirely new direction, and at other times, it reaffirms the path I had already chosen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The hours are passing very, very quickly this Thursday, October 15, 2026. I arrive at the exhibition venue well ahead of time, to cherish the moment. I know from experience that everything will unfold at an incredible speed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

My first guests arrive. They offer me a magnificent bouquet in shades of green, yellow, and orange. It smells wonderful, brings me joy, and fits perfectly with the paintings. How lucky I am.
People arrive in small groups, one after another, for nearly three hours. I am over the moon\u2014completely where I belong. Then, the concert begins; I head into the hall and enjoy the gentle songs. The singer has a fantastic voice. It\u2019s 11:30 p.m.\u2014the celebration has come to an end\u2026

Now, I get to enjoy this beautiful bouquet at home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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