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Nicole Manning is a Dublin-based artist specializing in painting, whose work delves into the externalization of inner turmoil within the human experience. Her recent focus centers on the intricate interplay between trauma and physical embodiment, with a particular emphasis on the profound connections between mental health and chronic stomach pain (ie: the brain-gut connection) Manning's art is deeply autobiographical, rendering her own experiences with visceral authenticity. Within her studio practice, she has cultivated a distinctive style that blends symbolism with emotive figurative forms. Her paintings frequently depict curled bodies and animals, depicting both the shape of the stomach and the agony of chronic pain. Central themes in her oeuvre include the common symptoms of PTSD, represented through symbols such as the deer, isolated beds, and dogs. Inspired by artists like Tracey Emin, Frida Kahlo, and Cecily Brown, Manning employs gestural brushwork and abstract elements to convey the depth of human emotion.