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Artist Spotlight: Lauren YS

Recent work from Los Angeles-based artist Lauren YS (previously featured here). Inspired by Shunga (traditional Japanese erotic art) and science fiction, “Xenophilia” offers a psychedelic exploration of gender and identity. See more images below or on display at Hashimoto Contemporary in New York City March 2 – 23.

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