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DIMENSIONS 28.5 x 25.5 in (72.39 x 64.77 cm) MEDIUM Acrylic paint, archival pigment print on Hahnemuhle museum etching paper Hand-embellished series of 20 + 5APs + 2PPs, 2022Signed and numbered by the artist on front ABOUT THE WORKJia’s work celebrates a cast of recurring characters, many of which are derived from popular culture influences as well as anthropomorphic objects and animals. Perhaps most notable is a Quentin Tarantino-esque bride—the protagonist in Jia’s rather cinematic universe, often depicted through fiercely energized expression and comedic examination.The Bride as we know her contains a spirit of nonchalance and fearlessness. It is through her famously zany adventures that we have come to appreciate and love her. This new series, however, dives into the lesser-known side to The Bride’s journey—that of self improvement, reflection, and existentialism. In conjunction with The Bride’s introspection is Jia’s own analysis of herself as a painter. Much like the spontaneous