Pauline Tang is an artist who focuses on pen and ink drawings.

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Art grants me the freedom to create my own whimsical world—sprinkled with a dash of mischief and the unexpected. I welcome anyone to come in hopes they will leave with a smile. The vibrant energy of creatures found in nature—animals, sea critters, insects, and even enchanted fairies and gnomes—is my source of inspiration. The tactile nature of creating art by hand captivates me. Beginning with graphite sketches, I breathe life into my characters with pen and ink (using the dip pen nib technique), complemented by splashes of watercolor or acrylics. Sometimes, my pen and ink illustrations acquire a three-dimensional quality as I intricately layer my illustrations, as well as intertwine them with materials like fabrics, scrapbook papers, and modeling clay. This combination instills an added sense of wonder into my creations. In my latest pen and ink drawing explorations, I've been illustrating holistic images featuring intricate patterns. This series, titled Hidden World, features small creatures and hidden treasures for viewers to discover, much like a scavenger hunt!