Arty Guava

Her artistic inspiration comes from a wide variety of sources, often drawn from the world around her on a daily basis, sometimes even unconsciously. However, if I were to single out specific artists who inspire and admire her, we would say Gauguin, for his vibrant use of colour and exotic subjects; Matisse, for his bold and expressive compositions; Pierre Boncompain, for his poetic depictions of everyday life; Hiroshi Yoshida, for his masterful prints that capture the beauty of nature; David Hockney, for his innovative approaches to modern life; and Frida Kahlo, for her deeply personal and emotive works. Each of these artists has left an indelible mark on their artistic careers, influencing their style, subject matter and creative vision.

Her artistic technique is deeply rooted in the use of art as a means of navigating and processing the emotions and experiences of my life. Whether it is moments of joy she wishes to commemorate or challenges she wants to reframe in a positive way, art serves as her expressive outlet. He starts by identifying the emotions he wants to convey and then channels them into his visual narrative. This can take shape digitally, on traditional canvases with acrylic paint or even in large-scale murals adorning buildings. For her, any surface is a canvas that hopes to capture the essence of human emotions and experiences.

Did you know that Lay studied bioengineering? At that time she never imagined that art would become her passion and profession. However, during the pandemic, while living in Canada, she rekindled her love for illustration and started sharing her work on Instagram. To her surprise, she gained a following, which led her to become a full-time artist. In her spare time, she enjoys drinking tea, watching anime and building Lego creations with her 7-year-old son. She also likes horror movies, which she enjoys as a thrilling escape from everyday life.