Celia Paul

Celia Paul is one of England’s leading painters, best known for her intimate portraits of herself and her family members.

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Seen as They Are

Inspired by the Welsh artist Gwen John, Celia Paul—one of England’s leading painters—reflects on the candor and vulnerability required for great portrait painting.

By Celia Paul

May 9, 2022

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