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Natalie Pleis' upcoming collection, Kinstura, draws profound inspiration from the Japanese art of Kintsugi—the practice of repairing broken pottery with gold. Rooted in the philosophy that flaws and fractures can transform into sources of beauty, this series reimagines imperfection as an essential part of the narrative.

Through Kinstura, Pleis translates the act of mending into a celebration of resilience and renewal. Her work layers earthy pigments with textured materials, evoking the passage of time and the stories embedded in each creation. Delicate metallic accents trace these surfaces, echoing the golden seams of Kintsugi and symbolizing strength born from vulnerability.

This collection, still awaiting its official debut, invites contemplation of life's imperfections and the ways they enhance rather than diminish our experiences. It urges us to find beauty in the fragile and the aged, transforming the broken into something whole and meaningful.

Pleis’ art is deeply sensory, rooted in the primal connection between humanity and nature. The collection highlights raw, unrefined pigments and rich textures, inviting viewers to engage not only visually but also with an appreciation for touch. Kinstura embodies the harmony of abstract expression and nature’s raw elements, creating a profound dialogue between the artist’s hand and the Earth itself.

In Depths of the Earth, Natalie Pleis delves into the heart of nature, drawing on its raw and unrefined essence to craft abstract works that reflect the rugged beauty of the planet. Her art is rooted in natural materials, with wood serving as both a foundational element and a symbol of material significance.

By embracing untouched pigments and earthy textures, Pleis creates a multisensory experience that invites viewers to connect with nature's primal spirit. This collection celebrates the tactile relationship between humanity and the Earth, showcasing the profound beauty found in nature's unpolished depths.

DEPTHS OF THE EARTH

Natalie Pleis’ latest collection, Caelum, marks a striking evolution in her artistic journey. Departing from the raw, elemental intensity of her earlier work, Depths of the Earth, this new series turns its gaze skyward, embracing the ethereal and the enigmatic. The title, Caelum, meaning "sky" or "heaven," captures the essence of a collection that seeks to evoke the vastness and serenity of the heavens.

Pleis employs a rich palette of deep blues, blacks, dark greens, and luminous gold, evoking the mystery and tranquility of distant horizons and twilight skies. While her signature techniques remain intact, the addition of metallic tones lends a soft, cohesive texture that mirrors the gentle, celestial quality of her subject matter.

Each piece in Caelum is thoughtfully titled, with names like Kalon—a Greek word for beauty that transcends the surface—and Ataraxia, which denotes an untroubled calm. These titles reflect the meditative and introspective tone of the collection. In contrast to the rugged, untamed energy of Depths of the Earth, Caelum reveals a quieter, more contemplative side of Pleis’ artistry, demonstrating her remarkable ability to shift seamlessly between the elemental and the sublime.

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