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In reference to the overused peach emoji in popular culture, women’s body parts are often compared to the likeness of fruit: either ripe, juicy and begging to be enjoyed; or rotten, past its prime, ready to be discarded, no longer valuable if slightly bruised, imperfect, or showing signs of age. A fruit serves one purpose - it is meant to be consumed, it is not permitted to just “be”. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLaCaria presents the concept of the contemporary woman as a ripening peach on the brink of expiry through an exploration of themes rooted in alternative lifestyles, the patriarchy and sexuality that have been explored in the past by classical male artists through their objectification of the female body. 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The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. Reach out to the artist directly through the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e page for any inquiries regarding this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world. 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By removing the figurative representation of the female body from the conversation, LaCaria is relying on the suggestive nature of peaches to represent female body parts - arguably a more uncomfortable experience for the viewer than the commonly digested and accepted visual of an objectified female body. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eInstructions \u0026amp; criticisms to the artist are handwritten in each frame to inspire doubt in the viewer as to whether the works are complete or in progress; \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea commentary on how women’s quest for equality, self-betterment \u0026amp; professional aspirations seems to be a constant “work in progress”, ever-changing, shifting, but also perfectly imperfect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore info about this product:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis original painting on archival paper comes comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, an artist statement and signature. Collectors are encouraged to contact the artist through the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"contact the artist Tania LaCaria for purchase information shipping original art\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e or via email for additional quotes on shipping. Paintings can be shipped crated, ready-to-hang, or dismantled and rolled for a more cost-effective option (stretcher bars can be included or discarded depending on buyer's request and plans to re-stretch the work). For local collectors, complimentary studio visit for pick-up is available in downtown Hamilton, Ontario (address provided after acquisition).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping and\/or for providing arrangements for pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. Reach out to the artist directly through the \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e page for any inquiries regarding this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world. Decorative frame not included.*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Side Peach with Stone and Leaves Pink Drip","offer_id":44364680626364,"sku":"","price":349.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Top of Peach Neon Pink Burst","offer_id":44364680659132,"sku":"","price":349.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Peach Segments Gold and Pink","offer_id":44364683182268,"sku":"","price":349.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sliced Open Stone with Leaves Pink Drip","offer_id":44364691243196,"sku":"","price":349.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/9x12-open_pit_with_leaves.jpg?v=1734622406"},{"product_id":"autonomy","title":"Autonomy","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12” x 16” (17.25” x 21.25” framed size)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlashe, acrylic, ink on canvas paper \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Sun want to meet the Moon?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo thank her for being the light in darkness?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the Moon ever dream about the Sun?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWondering what it would be like to bask in his warmth?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Universe’s most sacred duo\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLiving for each other\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd everyone else.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForever suspended in bittersweet autonomy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*frame included\u003cbr\u003e*shown displayed alongside \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tania LaCaria Burn Bright framed painting Capacity Collection 2025\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/products\/burn-bright\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eBurn Bright\u003c\/a\u003e, this listing is for Autonomy only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e collection is an exploration of the unique human ability to simultaneously let go, hold on, release, pivot and surrender all while experiencing both the mundane and important aspects of everyday life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e reflects on our human tendency to compartmentalize our experiences and emotions to maintain separation between different aspects of our lives with others, despite knowing that in a deeper, cosmic sense, we’re all interconnected—both with each other and with the past and future versions of ourselves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist is fascinated by the stories others have shared about their capacity to endure, to accept, to grieve; to hold space for others and oneself at the same time, all through symbolic visual language that communicates shadow, light, containment, spilling over, autonomy and free will.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"She used to be afraid of the dark until she realized shadows are proof that there’s light.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Tania LaCaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Available for viewing in-studio by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking calendar for studio visit\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eappointment\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this product:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting was hand-stretched by the artist in her studio on a 1.5\" gallery frame using 12oz cotton canvas. It can be mounted as an exposed canvas, or custom framed in a floating wood frame for a more polished look. This piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry and artist signature. \u003c\/span\u003eCollectors are encouraged to contact the artist through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"contact the artist Tania LaCaria for purchase information shipping original art\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor via email for additional quotes on shipping with other couriers and carriers that aren't listed. Paintings can be shipped crated (ready-to-hang) or dismantled\/rolled for a more economical shipping approach - collectors are able to have the canvas re-stretched at a professional framer of their choice (stretcher bars can be included in shipping or discarded depending on buyer's request and plans to re-stretch the work, please note to include stretcher bars there may be an additional shipping cost for weight). For local collectors, a complimentary studio visit for pick-up is available in downtown Hamilton, Ontario (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping and\/or for providing arrangements for pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. Reach out to the artist directly through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epage for any inquiries regarding this piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world. 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It can be mounted as an exposed canvas, or custom framed in a floating wood frame for a more polished look. This piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry and artist signature. \u003c\/span\u003eCollectors are encouraged to contact the artist through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"contact the artist Tania LaCaria for purchase information shipping original art\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor via email for additional quotes on shipping with other couriers and carriers that aren't listed. Paintings can be shipped crated (ready-to-hang) or dismantled\/rolled for a more economical shipping approach - collectors are able to have the canvas re-stretched at a professional framer of their choice (stretcher bars can be included in shipping or discarded depending on buyer's request and plans to re-stretch the work, please note to include stretcher bars there may be an additional shipping cost for weight). For local collectors, a complimentary studio visit for pick-up is available in downtown Hamilton, Ontario (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping and\/or for providing arrangements for pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. Reach out to the artist directly through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epage for any inquiries regarding this piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world. 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It can be mounted as an exposed canvas, or custom framed in a floating wood frame for a more polished look. This piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry and artist signature. \u003c\/span\u003eCollectors are encouraged to contact the artist through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"contact the artist Tania LaCaria for purchase information shipping original art\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor via email for additional quotes on shipping with other couriers and carriers that aren't listed. Paintings can be shipped crated (ready-to-hang) or dismantled\/rolled for a more economical shipping approach - collectors are able to have the canvas re-stretched at a professional framer of their choice (stretcher bars can be included in shipping or discarded depending on buyer's request and plans to re-stretch the work, please note to include stretcher bars there may be an additional shipping cost for weight). For local collectors, a complimentary studio visit for pick-up is available in downtown Hamilton, Ontario (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping and\/or for providing arrangements for pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. Reach out to the artist directly through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epage for any inquiries regarding this piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world. Frame included.*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44711776157884,"sku":null,"price":518.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/in-the-moment-website-background-SM.jpg?v=1746137503"},{"product_id":"never-too-much","title":"Never Too Much","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16” x 20” (21.25” x 25.25” framed size)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlashe, acrylic, ink on canvas paper \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven when she’s holding too much,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEven when her arms are full,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen her hands are tied,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer heart always seems to have space for them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWherever she goes, she carries them with her.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*frame included\u003cbr\u003e*shown displayed alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/products\/trophies\" title=\"Tania LaCaria trophies fine art on paper abstract painting capacity collection\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTrophies\u003c\/a\u003e, this listing is for Never Too Much only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e collection is an exploration of the unique human ability to simultaneously let go, hold on, release, pivot and surrender all while experiencing both the mundane and important aspects of everyday life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e reflects on our human tendency to compartmentalize our experiences and emotions to maintain separation between different aspects of our lives with others, despite knowing that in a deeper, cosmic sense, we’re all interconnected—both with each other and with the past and future versions of ourselves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist is fascinated by the stories others have shared about their capacity to endure, to accept, to grieve; to hold space for others and oneself at the same time, all through symbolic visual language that communicates shadow, light, containment, spilling over, autonomy and free will.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"She used to be afraid of the dark until she realized shadows are proof that there’s light.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Tania LaCaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Available for viewing in-studio by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking calendar for studio visit\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eappointment\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this product:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting was hand-stretched by the artist in her studio on a 1.5\" gallery frame using 12oz cotton canvas. It can be mounted as an exposed canvas, or custom framed in a floating wood frame for a more polished look. This piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry and artist signature. \u003c\/span\u003eCollectors are encouraged to contact the artist through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"contact the artist Tania LaCaria for purchase information shipping original art\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor via email for additional quotes on shipping with other couriers and carriers that aren't listed. Paintings can be shipped crated (ready-to-hang) or dismantled\/rolled for a more economical shipping approach - collectors are able to have the canvas re-stretched at a professional framer of their choice (stretcher bars can be included in shipping or discarded depending on buyer's request and plans to re-stretch the work, please note to include stretcher bars there may be an additional shipping cost for weight). For local collectors, a complimentary studio visit for pick-up is available in downtown Hamilton, Ontario (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping and\/or for providing arrangements for pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. Reach out to the artist directly through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epage for any inquiries regarding this piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world. Frame included.*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44711785758908,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/Never-Too-Much-website-background-SM.jpg?v=1746138768"},{"product_id":"belonging","title":"Belonging","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12” x 16” (17.25” x 21.25” framed size)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlashe, acrylic on canvas paper \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe’s so comfortable in the shadows,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe can’t even tell the difference\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBetween the darkness and the light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*frame included\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e collection is an exploration of the unique human ability to simultaneously let go, hold on, release, pivot and surrender all while experiencing both the mundane and important aspects of everyday life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e reflects on our human tendency to compartmentalize our experiences and emotions to maintain separation between different aspects of our lives with others, despite knowing that in a deeper, cosmic sense, we’re all interconnected—both with each other and with the past and future versions of ourselves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist is fascinated by the stories others have shared about their capacity to endure, to accept, to grieve; to hold space for others and oneself at the same time, all through symbolic visual language that communicates shadow, light, containment, spilling over, autonomy and free will.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"She used to be afraid of the dark until she realized shadows are proof that there’s light.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Tania LaCaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Available for viewing in-studio by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking calendar for studio visit\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eappointment\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this product:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting was hand-stretched by the artist in her studio on a 1.5\" gallery frame using 12oz cotton canvas. It can be mounted as an exposed canvas, or custom framed in a floating wood frame for a more polished look. This piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry and artist signature. \u003c\/span\u003eCollectors are encouraged to contact the artist through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"contact the artist Tania LaCaria for purchase information shipping original art\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor via email for additional quotes on shipping with other couriers and carriers that aren't listed. Paintings can be shipped crated (ready-to-hang) or dismantled\/rolled for a more economical shipping approach - collectors are able to have the canvas re-stretched at a professional framer of their choice (stretcher bars can be included in shipping or discarded depending on buyer's request and plans to re-stretch the work, please note to include stretcher bars there may be an additional shipping cost for weight). For local collectors, a complimentary studio visit for pick-up is available in downtown Hamilton, Ontario (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping and\/or for providing arrangements for pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. Reach out to the artist directly through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epage for any inquiries regarding this piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world. Frame included.*\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44711786447036,"sku":null,"price":518.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/Belonging-white-background-SM.jpg?v=1746138094"},{"product_id":"trophies","title":"Trophies","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e16” x 20” (21.25” x 25.25” framed size)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlashe, acrylic, ink, graphite on canvas paper \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe collected people’s opinions about her\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeld onto them like invisible trophies.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHer heart knowing not a single one mattered\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNot a single one held any value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLooking to others for proof that she mattered\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWas banishing the brightest parts of herself\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo the darkest of rooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*frame included\u003cbr\u003e*shown displayed alongside \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/products\/never-too-much\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Never Too Much framed work painting on canvas paper\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eNever Too Much\u003c\/a\u003e, this listing is for Trophies only.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e collection is an exploration of the unique human ability to simultaneously let go, hold on, release, pivot and surrender all while experiencing both the mundane and important aspects of everyday life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e reflects on our human tendency to compartmentalize our experiences and emotions to maintain separation between different aspects of our lives with others, despite knowing that in a deeper, cosmic sense, we’re all interconnected—both with each other and with the past and future versions of ourselves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist is fascinated by the stories others have shared about their capacity to endure, to accept, to grieve; to hold space for others and oneself at the same time, all through symbolic visual language that communicates shadow, light, containment, spilling over, autonomy and free will.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"She used to be afraid of the dark until she realized shadows are proof that there’s light.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Tania LaCaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Available for viewing in-studio by \u003ca href=\"%20Click%20HERE%20to%20book%20a%20studio%20viewing%20and\/or%20pickup%20time.\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking calendar for studio visit\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eappointment\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this product:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis painting was hand-stretched by the artist in her studio on a 1.5\" gallery frame using 12oz cotton canvas. It can be mounted as an exposed canvas, or custom framed in a floating wood frame for a more polished look. This piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry and artist signature. \u003c\/span\u003eCollectors are encouraged to contact the artist through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" title=\"contact the artist Tania LaCaria for purchase information shipping original art\" rel=\"noopener\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor via email for additional quotes on shipping with other couriers and carriers that aren't listed. Paintings can be shipped crated (ready-to-hang) or dismantled\/rolled for a more economical shipping approach - collectors are able to have the canvas re-stretched at a professional framer of their choice (stretcher bars can be included in shipping or discarded depending on buyer's request and plans to re-stretch the work, please note to include stretcher bars there may be an additional shipping cost for weight). For local collectors, a complimentary studio visit for pick-up is available in downtown Hamilton, Ontario (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping and\/or for providing arrangements for pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. Reach out to the artist directly through the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epage for any inquiries regarding this piece.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world. 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The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45015047962812,"sku":null,"price":850.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/Smooth-jazz-before-the-show-website-sm.jpg?v=1753292807"},{"product_id":"the-morning-after","title":"The Morning After","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSOLD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e22\" x 22\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlashe, acrylic, ink, graphite on paper \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e*silk screen centre image vinyl form provided by Smokestack Studios \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe only thing that feels weightless \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the cigarette smoke that hangs in the air\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEveryone else, everything else is spent, heavy with fatigue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe clang of cymbals rings in her ears,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe last sip of her drink is stale on her tongue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lights are on and she sees so clearly that\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magic of the music and the mystery of the darkness is gone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter the show, it’s back to reality. \u003cbr\u003eThings look different the morning after.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This work was created for the A Side\/B Side collaborative group show at Smokestack Studios - a two-part show in which each artist was provided with a silk screened vinyl form and given the prompt \"Smooth Jazz\" for the A Side show, and \"Hard Rock\" for the B Side show.  This work was made in tandem with the Capacity collection.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e collection is an exploration of the unique human ability to simultaneously let go, hold on, release, pivot and surrender all while experiencing both the mundane and important aspects of everyday life. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cem\u003eCapacity\u003c\/em\u003e reflects on our human tendency to compartmentalize our experiences and emotions to maintain separation between different aspects of our lives with others, despite knowing that in a deeper, cosmic sense, we’re all interconnected—both with each other and with the past and future versions of ourselves. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe artist is fascinated by the stories others have shared about their capacity to endure, to accept, to grieve; to hold space for others and oneself at the same time, all through symbolic visual language that communicates shadow, light, containment, spilling over, autonomy and free will.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"She used to be afraid of the dark until she realized shadows are proof that there’s light.\" \u003cbr\u003e- Tania LaCaria\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e Available for viewing in-studio by \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking calendar for studio visit\" href=\"%20Click%20HERE%20to%20book%20a%20studio%20viewing%20and\/or%20pickup%20time.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eappointment\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this product:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis original 22\" x 22\" painting on archival paper is available for acquisition directly through Tania LaCaria Studio's website.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThis piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry and artist signature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCollectors are encouraged to contact the artist through the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca aria-describedby=\"a11y-new-window-message\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"contact the artist Tania LaCaria for purchase information shipping original art\" href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/pages\/contact\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003econtact page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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Paintings can be shipped crated (ready-to-hang, where applicable) or dismantled\/rolled for a more economical shipping approach (where applicable). For local collectors, a complimentary studio visit for pick-up is available in downtown Hamilton, Ontario (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping and\/or for providing arrangements for pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45015174480060,"sku":null,"price":850.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/The-Morning-after-website-sm.jpg?v=1753297903"},{"product_id":"hot-and-cold","title":"Hot and Cold","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19.5” x 27.5”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic, coloured pencil on heavyweight Fabriano archival paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe can talk Herself into it\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJust as easily as she can talk Herself out.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe chooses to see the good,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe opts for the best case scenario\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe gives the benefit of the doubt,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUntil one day,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe opens her eyes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd truly sees. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe shift happens quickly \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom hot to cold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom unseeing to aware.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd with this gift of clarity \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComes bittersweet heartbreak.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout this collection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode to Joy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003estarted out as a goodbye-love-letter and visual homage to the artist’s studio space (that she named Joy), that was built for her by her father and family in 2022. When Tania sold her home and her belongings, and had to say goodbye to her beloved studio in summer 2025, she found herself overcome with conflicting emotions of grief and excitement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis collection explores the emotional paradox that comes with saying goodbye. Visual expression is motivated by the artist’s extreme emotions of excited anticipation (of what comes next) and the conflicting tendency to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e catastrophize the future (fear that the next chapter will pale in comparison to the last). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first two large format works in this collection were created in the studio before the artist left. The colour palettes were determined out of necessity in an attempt to use whatever paint tubes were half empty and not worth packing or moving to the next (unknown) space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther works in this collection tell the story of the artist’s (mostly blundered) attempts to experiment with new techniques while she was limited in space and resources, resulting in further catastrophizing as she felt she couldn’t reach her full creative potential without access to her old space and abundance of packed up materials. What resulted during this time is a series of somewhat disjointed works that were borne out of pouring ink onto folded canvas that was nailed to a colleague’s studio wall; and a body of work on small offcuts of canvas that were too large to throw away but felt too small to make for impactful work. The artist includes these experimental pieces in this collection because they visually tell the story of moving through an uncomfortable and awkward creative time of transition and displacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn her attempt to capture what nostalgia feels like and reminisce on past memories in her studio, Tania attempts to paint her own figure as it’s projected onto canvas from past videos taken of her in her studio, most notably a documentary called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrushes and Ordeals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Amir Akbari that follows Tania’s life as an aspiring artist for six months in 2024. As video is projected onto canvas, Tania realizes she’s never fully able to render a complete scene or image; a performative commentary on her attempt to hold onto memories that are hazy and intangible at the best of times. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode To Joy\u003c\/em\u003e is a celebration of new beginnings, an honouring of endings, and a realization that memories are always in motion, changing and fleeting, even if they were “captured” in the past, memories are never fully realized in the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this painting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis original painting on heavyweight 300gsm Fabriano archival paper is available for acquisition through Tania LaCaria Studio's direct website. It’s currently available for free pickup, or can be shipped rolled in a tube (additional cost). This piece would look great framed and mounted behind glass with paper edges exposed for a more polished look. Please contact the artist via contact form to inquire about additional costs in framing or shipping\/courier options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry with artist signature.\u003c\/span\u003e For local collectors, pick-up is available in either North Toronto or in Vaughan, Ontario, depending on the location of the art in question (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping; and buyer is welcome to arrange their own transportation or pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46688546259132,"sku":null,"price":985.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/Hot-and-cold-website-background.jpg?v=1778282145"},{"product_id":"closer-to-the-light","title":"Closer To The Light","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19.5” x 25.5”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic, coloured pencil on heavyweight archival paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen the blooms wouldn’t come\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe moved the plant\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCloser to the light.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe nurtured it \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith love and attention and water and hope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd when she felt her heart \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWas caged in sadness\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe too, moved herself\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCloser to the light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd nurtured herself\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith love and attention and water and hope.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd she bloomed in ways\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe couldn’t before.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout this collection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode to Joy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003estarted out as a goodbye-love-letter and visual homage to the artist’s studio space (that she named Joy), that was built for her by her father and family in 2022. When Tania sold her home and her belongings, and had to say goodbye to her beloved studio in summer 2025, she found herself overcome with conflicting emotions of grief and excitement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis collection explores the emotional paradox that comes with saying goodbye. Visual expression is motivated by the artist’s extreme emotions of excited anticipation (of what comes next) and the conflicting tendency to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e catastrophize the future (fear that the next chapter will pale in comparison to the last). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first two large format works in this collection were created in the studio before the artist left. The colour palettes were determined out of necessity in an attempt to use whatever paint tubes were half empty and not worth packing or moving to the next (unknown) space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther works in this collection tell the story of the artist’s (mostly blundered) attempts to experiment with new techniques while she was limited in space and resources, resulting in further catastrophizing as she felt she couldn’t reach her full creative potential without access to her old space and abundance of packed up materials. What resulted during this time is a series of somewhat disjointed works that were borne out of pouring ink onto folded canvas that was nailed to a colleague’s studio wall; and a body of work on small offcuts of canvas that were too large to throw away but felt too small to make for impactful work. The artist includes these experimental pieces in this collection because they visually tell the story of moving through an uncomfortable and awkward creative time of transition and displacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn her attempt to capture what nostalgia feels like and reminisce on past memories in her studio, Tania attempts to paint her own figure as it’s projected onto canvas from past videos taken of her in her studio, most notably a documentary called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrushes and Ordeals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Amir Akbari that follows Tania’s life as an aspiring artist for six months in 2024. As video is projected onto canvas, Tania realizes she’s never fully able to render a complete scene or image; a performative commentary on her attempt to hold onto memories that are hazy and intangible at the best of times. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode To Joy\u003c\/em\u003e is a celebration of new beginnings, an honouring of endings, and a realization that memories are always in motion, changing and fleeting, even if they were “captured” in the past, memories are never fully realized in the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this painting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis original painting on heavyweight 300gsm Fabriano archival paper is available for acquisition through Tania LaCaria Studio's direct website. It’s currently available for free pickup, or can be shipped rolled in a tube (additional cost). This piece would look great framed and mounted behind glass with paper edges exposed for a more polished look. Please contact the artist via contact form to inquire about additional costs in framing or shipping\/courier options.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry with artist signature.\u003c\/span\u003e For local collectors, pick-up is available in either North Toronto or in Vaughan, Ontario, depending on the location of the art in question (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping; and buyer is welcome to arrange their own transportation or pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46689047052476,"sku":null,"price":985.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/Closer-to-the-light-website-white.jpg?v=1778283975"},{"product_id":"versions-of-her","title":"Versions of Her","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8.2” x 11.6”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic, coloured pencil on heavyweight archival paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI think of who I was \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBefore I learned how to say no.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI think of the version of me\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWho was scared to disappoint others\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut I’d disappoint myself,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasily, without missing a beat,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOver and over again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI think about who I was\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd who I am\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd I wonder how we got from there to here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI wonder what Little Me \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWould think about that version of her\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat became this version of me.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout this collection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode to Joy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003estarted out as a goodbye-love-letter and visual homage to the artist’s studio space (that she named Joy), that was built for her by her father and family in 2022. When Tania sold her home and her belongings, and had to say goodbye to her beloved studio in summer 2025, she found herself overcome with conflicting emotions of grief and excitement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis collection explores the emotional paradox that comes with saying goodbye. Visual expression is motivated by the artist’s extreme emotions of excited anticipation (of what comes next) and the conflicting tendency to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e catastrophize the future (fear that the next chapter will pale in comparison to the last). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first two large format works in this collection were created in the studio before the artist left. The colour palettes were determined out of necessity in an attempt to use whatever paint tubes were half empty and not worth packing or moving to the next (unknown) space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther works in this collection tell the story of the artist’s (mostly blundered) attempts to experiment with new techniques while she was limited in space and resources, resulting in further catastrophizing as she felt she couldn’t reach her full creative potential without access to her old space and abundance of packed up materials. What resulted during this time is a series of somewhat disjointed works that were borne out of pouring ink onto folded canvas that was nailed to a colleague’s studio wall; and a body of work on small offcuts of canvas that were too large to throw away but felt too small to make for impactful work. The artist includes these experimental pieces in this collection because they visually tell the story of moving through an uncomfortable and awkward creative time of transition and displacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn her attempt to capture what nostalgia feels like and reminisce on past memories in her studio, Tania attempts to paint her own figure as it’s projected onto canvas from past videos taken of her in her studio, most notably a documentary called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrushes and Ordeals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Amir Akbari that follows Tania’s life as an aspiring artist for six months in 2024. As video is projected onto canvas, Tania realizes she’s never fully able to render a complete scene or image; a performative commentary on her attempt to hold onto memories that are hazy and intangible at the best of times. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode To Joy\u003c\/em\u003e is a celebration of new beginnings, an honouring of endings, and a realization that memories are always in motion, changing and fleeting, even if they were “captured” in the past, memories are never fully realized in the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this painting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis original painting on heavyweight 300gsm Fabriano archival paper is available for acquisition through Tania LaCaria Studio's direct website. It’s currently available for free pickup, or can be shipped rolled in a tube (additional cost). This piece would look great framed and mounted behind glass with paper edges exposed for a more polished look. Please contact the artist via contact form to inquire about additional costs in framing or shipping\/courier options.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry with artist signature.\u003c\/span\u003e For local collectors, pick-up is available in either North Toronto or in Vaughan, Ontario, depending on the location of the art in question (address provided after acquisition) - click \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cal.com\/tania-lacaria-studio\" title=\"Tania LaCaria booking studio time pickup calendar\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e to book a pick-up time or studio visit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping; and buyer is welcome to arrange their own transportation or pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46852421615804,"sku":null,"price":385.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/versions-of-her-white-background-sm.jpg?v=1779749624"},{"product_id":"lessons-from-the-plants","title":"Lessons From The Plants","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19.5” x 27.5”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic, coloured pencil on heavyweight Fabriano archival paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe plants always know\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen it’s time to bloom\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen it’s time to pause\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen it’s time to reach higher\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen it’s time to be still.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey lean towards the light \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey receive, they respond, they react.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey dance in the breeze\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey lay down strong roots\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey rest in the winter \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWithout worrying if the summer will return.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey simply know how to be\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffortlessly beautiful, just by existing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout this collection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode to Joy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003estarted out as a goodbye-love-letter and visual homage to the artist’s studio space (that she named Joy), that was built for her by her father and family in 2022. When Tania sold her home and her belongings, and had to say goodbye to her beloved studio in summer 2025, she found herself overcome with conflicting emotions of grief and excitement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis collection explores the emotional paradox that comes with saying goodbye. Visual expression is motivated by the artist’s extreme emotions of excited anticipation (of what comes next) and the conflicting tendency to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e catastrophize the future (fear that the next chapter will pale in comparison to the last). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first two large format works in this collection were created in the studio before the artist left. The colour palettes were determined out of necessity in an attempt to use whatever paint tubes were half empty and not worth packing or moving to the next (unknown) space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther works in this collection tell the story of the artist’s (mostly blundered) attempts to experiment with new techniques while she was limited in space and resources, resulting in further catastrophizing as she felt she couldn’t reach her full creative potential without access to her old space and abundance of packed up materials. What resulted during this time is a series of somewhat disjointed works that were borne out of pouring ink onto folded canvas that was nailed to a colleague’s studio wall; and a body of work on small offcuts of canvas that were too large to throw away but felt too small to make for impactful work. The artist includes these experimental pieces in this collection because they visually tell the story of moving through an uncomfortable and awkward creative time of transition and displacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn her attempt to capture what nostalgia feels like and reminisce on past memories in her studio, Tania attempts to paint her own figure as it’s projected onto canvas from past videos taken of her in her studio, most notably a documentary called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrushes and Ordeals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Amir Akbari that follows Tania’s life as an aspiring artist for six months in 2024. As video is projected onto canvas, Tania realizes she’s never fully able to render a complete scene or image; a performative commentary on her attempt to hold onto memories that are hazy and intangible at the best of times. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode To Joy\u003c\/em\u003e is a celebration of new beginnings, an honouring of endings, and a realization that memories are always in motion, changing and fleeting, even if they were “captured” in the past, memories are never fully realized in the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this painting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis original painting on heavyweight 300gsm Fabriano archival paper is available for acquisition through Tania LaCaria Studio's direct website. It’s currently available for free pickup, or can be shipped rolled in a tube (additional cost). This piece would look great framed and mounted behind glass with paper edges exposed for a more polished look. Please contact the artist via contact form to inquire about additional costs in framing or shipping\/courier options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry with artist signature.\u003c\/span\u003e For local collectors, pick-up is available in either North Toronto or in Vaughan, Ontario, depending on the location of the art in question (address provided after acquisition).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping; and buyer is welcome to arrange their own transportation or pickup. The artist (or gallery) will facilitate the shipping\/pickup process by obtaining various quotes, packaging the product safely and scheduling a pickup date at no extra cost. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e*This is an original painting by Tania LaCaria, there is only one in the world.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tania LaCaria Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46877390536892,"sku":null,"price":985.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0558\/9263\/9932\/files\/lessons-from-the-plants-background.jpg?v=1780005091"},{"product_id":"planting-season","title":"Planting Season","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e19.5” x 25.5”\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAcrylic, coloured pencil on heavyweight Fabriano archival paper\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo enjoy a garden full of blooms\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe must plant a garden full of seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe tires of another planting season,\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYet another commitment to the future\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThat calls for dedication to the present.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut just when she’s about to give up\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe sees the buds emerge\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd is reminded of how \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePast sacrifices lead \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo today’s rewards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*shown alongside L\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tanialacariastudio.com\/products\/lessons-from-the-plants\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Tania LaCaria paintings lessons from the plants graphic organic abstracted portrait\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eessons From The Plants\u003c\/a\u003e, this listing is for Planting Season only. Frame not included.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout this collection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode to Joy\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003estarted out as a goodbye-love-letter and visual homage to the artist’s studio space (that she named Joy), that was built for her by her father and family in 2022. When Tania sold her home and her belongings, and had to say goodbye to her beloved studio in summer 2025, she found herself overcome with conflicting emotions of grief and excitement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis collection explores the emotional paradox that comes with saying goodbye. Visual expression is motivated by the artist’s extreme emotions of excited anticipation (of what comes next) and the conflicting tendency to\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e catastrophize the future (fear that the next chapter will pale in comparison to the last). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first two large format works in this collection were created in the studio before the artist left. The colour palettes were determined out of necessity in an attempt to use whatever paint tubes were half empty and not worth packing or moving to the next (unknown) space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOther works in this collection tell the story of the artist’s (mostly blundered) attempts to experiment with new techniques while she was limited in space and resources, resulting in further catastrophizing as she felt she couldn’t reach her full creative potential without access to her old space and abundance of packed up materials. What resulted during this time is a series of somewhat disjointed works that were borne out of pouring ink onto folded canvas that was nailed to a colleague’s studio wall; and a body of work on small offcuts of canvas that were too large to throw away but felt too small to make for impactful work. The artist includes these experimental pieces in this collection because they visually tell the story of moving through an uncomfortable and awkward creative time of transition and displacement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn her attempt to capture what nostalgia feels like and reminisce on past memories in her studio, Tania attempts to paint her own figure as it’s projected onto canvas from past videos taken of her in her studio, most notably a documentary called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrushes and Ordeals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e by Amir Akbari that follows Tania’s life as an aspiring artist for six months in 2024. As video is projected onto canvas, Tania realizes she’s never fully able to render a complete scene or image; a performative commentary on her attempt to hold onto memories that are hazy and intangible at the best of times. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAn Ode To Joy\u003c\/em\u003e is a celebration of new beginnings, an honouring of endings, and a realization that memories are always in motion, changing and fleeting, even if they were “captured” in the past, memories are never fully realized in the present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMore info about this painting:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis original painting on heavyweight 300gsm Fabriano archival paper is available for acquisition through Tania LaCaria Studio's direct website. It’s currently available for free pickup, or can be shipped rolled in a tube (additional cost). This piece would look great framed and mounted behind glass with paper edges exposed for a more polished look. Please contact the artist via contact form to inquire about additional costs in framing or shipping\/courier options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece comes accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, a copy of its corresponding poetry with artist signature.\u003c\/span\u003e For local collectors, pick-up is available in either North Toronto or in Vaughan, Ontario, depending on the location of the art in question (address provided after acquisition).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note the collectors\/buyer is responsible for charges associated with shipping; and buyer is welcome to arrange their own transportation or pickup. 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