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Established local artist, Lauren Collins gives us a glimpse into balancing their tattoo + painting practice, and discusses their unique approach to gathering source imagery.
During their first residency at Azule, Lauren talks about how “remembering” has been a central intention to their time in the residency house.
Follow along with Lauren’s work here.
Video interview below.
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Images from Lauren’s time in residence.
Courtesy of the artist.
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