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Pain as Art
People express their emotions in many ways. Usually when a person goes through a painful experience, either mentally or physically, they might cry, yell, scream, or get angry. Happy people will laugh, sing, or smile. Frida Kahlo conveyed these emotions through her artwork. Whether she was happy or in pain, Kahlo knew exactly how to use her talents to portray what she was feeling or thinking. However, we remember her art because most of it showed obscene and very hurtful images. She allowed people to see, know, and relate with her cruel reality.
To be able to understand Kahlo's artwork, it is helpful have some knowledge about her personal life. She did not paint these images because she had a morbid mind thought, but it was due to traumatic experiences. Many famous painters, such as Rembrandt and Van Gogh, drew beautiful landscapes, peaceful scenes, and loving people in them. Many of Van Gogh's paintings have been widely reproduced since viewers can escape......

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