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The name &#8220;Minus Melanin&#8221; reflects the genetic condition albinism from which her vision impairment originates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-light-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a7ed35de4caaf9664e842f07eaf6ab62\">Through art and design, she endeavours to capture the authenticity and essence of life, translating the character and presence of her subjects into thoughtful visual works.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-light-gray-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-92f4192515530e2736139f1f6209d894\">Her creative process combines research, observation, imagination, and interpretation, allowing each piece to move beyond likeness and into something more alive. 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