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In 2024, Mitsu debuted her first solo exhibition, Poetic Abstraction, in San Francisco, CA.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eARTIST’S STATEMENT\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMuch of my work centers around themes of authenticity, connection, and the fleeting nature of our existence. Life is short, and tomorrow isn’t promised to any of us. Through my work, I aim to inspire viewers to live boldly, embrace vulnerability, and to love themselves. For me, being an artist is a way of expressing and honoring these truths in my own life. \r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eI’m a self-taught artist, so my process is very intuitive; I create in a flow state where I channel emotions and allow myself to work without inhibitions. Curiosity and experimentation guide me in the studio, often leading to joyful, unexpected results. I love being surprised by what shows up on the canvas since I don’t plan my paintings ahead of time. It makes each one incredibly unique and special. \r\u003cbr\u003e\r\u003cbr\u003eAnother part of my creative process is writing poetry inspired by the paintings I’m creating. This has evolved organically, and I think of these poems as messages or reminders that I’m meant to reflect on and share. They often explore themes like self-love, acceptance, connection, growth, and transformation. I have displayed these poems next to my work and often receive wonderful feedback from viewers. My collectors also appreciate this aspect of my work, and I get a lot of joy sharing it with them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"starting-over","title":"Starting Over","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48x48x1.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eI love working with acrylic for its ability to dry quickly, because I can create lots of layers in a relatively short amount of time. 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As I created it, I felt so grateful and inspired by the love I share with my partner of 11 years. The title (and poem I wrote that corresponds with it) speaks to the feeling of deep and destined love that stands the test of time and beyond. This painting proclaims that no matter what awaits us after this life, I know that we’ll be brought together in whatever happens next.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Laura Mitsu","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41267469516903,"sku":null,"price":5155.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0063\/3038\/4487\/files\/1_1742095005_97829.jpg?v=1742241108"},{"product_id":"breathe-life-into","title":"Breathe Life Into","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAcrylic on canvas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e48x36x1.50\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis original abstract painting is full of expressive, gestural brushstrokes. 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