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Maggie Smith Kühn: “I love knowing that my work is important to so many families”

13 Aug 202113 Jul 2023 Svilena Keane

Maggie Smith Kühn is a live painter who spends hours at wedding venues, painting newlyweds as they say “I do”, have their first dance, etc. Continue reading Maggie Smith Kühn: “I love knowing that my work is important to so many families”

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Maisaa Al Mannai: “Female gender plays a vital role in the development of our nation”

18 Jul 202113 Jul 2023 Svilena Keane

Maisaa Al Mannai is a self-taught artist from Qatar whose paintings depict Arab women in traditional clothing. Speaking to Sip of Culture, she discussed her art and inspirations. Continue reading Maisaa Al Mannai: “Female gender plays a vital role in the development of our nation”

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JR creates a new world beneath the Eiffel Tower

13 Jun 202113 Jun 2021 Svilena Keane

The French street artist JR has previously made the Louvre disappear. Now, he has created a new and imaginary world beneath the Eiffel Tower. Continue reading JR creates a new world beneath the Eiffel Tower

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You do not become a woman, you learn how to be one

6 May 202113 Jul 2023 Svilena Keane

The transition from childhood into womanhood shocks you as you realise you do not “become” a woman, you “learn” how to be one. Continue reading You do not become a woman, you learn how to be one

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Poem: A sip of culture

4 Apr 2021 Svilena Keane

A sip of culture: a poem by Svilena Iotkovska. This poem explores the themes of repatriation, identity, and the meaning of “home”. Continue reading Poem: A sip of culture

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Creative block: What is it and how do we overcome it?

20 Mar 202113 Jul 2023 Svilena Keane

Creative block (also known as artist’s or writer’s block) is defined as a period of stagnant or stalled creativity. How can we overcome it? Continue reading Creative block: What is it and how do we overcome it?

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“Taboo” and “Shameful”: How mental health is perceived around the world

20 Feb 202120 Feb 2021 Svilena Keane

Sip of Culture interviewed several people from various countries around the world to see how different cultures perceive mental health and seeking help. Continue reading “Taboo” and “Shameful”: How mental health is perceived around the world

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Poem: A Valentine’s Day Special

13 Feb 202113 Feb 2021 Svilena Keane

Valentine’s Day poem by Svilena Iotkovska: “What is love, but the most POWERFUL force on Earth?” Continue reading Poem: A Valentine’s Day Special

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Poem: Time

3 Feb 202113 Feb 2021 Svilena Keane

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Lainey Molnar: The illustrator who empowers women all over the world

24 Jan 202114 Jul 2023 Svilena Keane

Lainey Molnar’s illustrations highlight that every woman has the right to choose how she wants to live her life. Continue reading Lainey Molnar: The illustrator who empowers women all over the world

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Ikigai: The Japanese secret to living a longer and more fulfilling life

17 Jan 202113 Jul 2023 Svilena Keane

What is Ikigai (生き甲斐)? It is your life’s purpose and your raison d’être. Finding your ikigai can help you live a longer and happier life. Continue reading Ikigai: The Japanese secret to living a longer and more fulfilling life

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ARCHIATRIC: Federico Babina illustrates mental disorders using images of houses

10 Jan 202121 Jan 2021 Svilena Keane

In his ARCHIATRIC project, Federico Babina has created 16 illustrations that successfully portray how different mental conditions can affect us. Continue reading ARCHIATRIC: Federico Babina illustrates mental disorders using images of houses

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