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Katy McManus
Mariposa
Silver leaf & pastel on Cicada Wing paper
In a South American village, Mariposa twirled through the wildflowers. Contented but she yearned for romance believing it held the key to her creative transformation. One day, she encountered an artisan whose heart mirrored her own. As their souls intertwined Mariposa blossomed, becoming a radiant goddess of love. The villagers thrived, inspired by her example of finding beauty in connection. Is love merely a fleeting flutter or is it the essence that binds us all in the tapestry of existence?
Size: 60 × 60 cm
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About Katy McManus
Katy McManus is a self-taught American-born artist shaped by her grandfather, a U.S. Marine Captain, who instilled resilience and discipline. After immigrating from Indonesia, she now builds her artistic career in Australia, nurturing respectful relationships with local communities. Her art is deeply personal, inspired by global travels and diverse human encounters. Katy’s work blends gilding, charcoal, pastels, oils, and textiles, reflecting vulnerability and introspection. Through original characters, myths, and symbolism, she explores universal human experiences. Her storytelling invites viewers into suspended moments of life, celebrating empathy, connection, and the shared complexity of existence.
