Flavia Codsi has distinguished herself as a visual artist through her realistic portraiture of the human condition. Codsi is a true Beirut artist, scouting for potential models in random places across the city, whether it be in cafes, public spaces or simply crossing their paths on the streets. She picks her models based on the stories that their portraits may tell on the contemporary issues that might affect them. Consequently and without fail, audiences are able to identify and connect with the potency of hidden expressions that the painter brings to life on her canvases. Codsi’s portraits emphasize raw emotions, meticulously created with her preferred medium: oil paints, a rich voluptuous substance that allows her to mix and experiment with different gradations of colors and in turn permits her to create life-size works on canvas.
I have decided to create a print or drawing sale from my blog that I will try and post every once in a while..
So far this drawing seem to have become the most popular here, so I have decided to start with it!
I am selling the original pencil on paper drawing Unditled 2011 30 x 42 cm [not framed] for £200
Payment available through the Paypal to username/ EMILIELIND
All the images and drawings from my blog and website are my own copyright, please respect this. Feel free to email me should you be interested in more information!
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Ulay and Abramović collaborated together for over a decade, upholding an intense and intimate relationship. In 1988, the two began a spiritual journey to end their relationship; each started at opposite ends of the Great Wall of China, walked 2500 km over a span of 90 days, met in the center, and said good-bye.
I miss working for Janine. That was one of the most informative and transformative internships i’ve ever experienced. Not a moment went by that i didn’t feel was significant. Whether i was doing research for an upcoming project for her, making tea, juicing, or receiving motherly advice from her, my time was never poorly spent. I hope that she and i can remain in touch and cross paths again. I truly miss being in the presence of such a powerful woman and artist. I hope to be half the artist/strong female role model that she is when i reach her age. Missing you, Janine.
