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Kaixuan Feng is an established Chinese artist who is recognized for her striking representations of the human body and her versatility across multiple mediums including photography, textile work, calligraphy, and painting. Her works are often marked by themes of power, movement, and humanity.One of Feng's...

Hair, a universal human feature, has held a significant symbolic role in various mythologies and cultural traditions across the globe. This article investigates the meaning and importance of hair in European and worldwide mythology, as well as the significance of hair in representing feminine power...

Kiki Smith, a celebrated contemporary artist, is renowned for her evocative works that often explore the human condition through bodily forms and symbolism. This paper will delve into the recurrent use of hair in Smith’s works, analysing its representation, symbolism, and the artist's unique approach...

Kerry Howley, a contemporary British artist, is renowned for her distinctive and innovative use of unconventional materials in her work. One of her most celebrated pieces, "Attraction/Aversion" (2011), dramatically employs hair as the primary medium, offering a fascinating exploration of attraction and repulsion in the...

The cultural, social, and spiritual significance of hair extends far beyond its elementary biological function, framing it as a potent and multidimensional symbol within human societies. This layered significance penetrates multiple spheres of human life and interaction, rendering hair not simply a physical feature, but...