EMERGING LANDSCAPE ARTIST LIVING BY THE SEA
A Journey Through Paint: Khadija Khan's Artistic Evolution
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I first picked up a paintbrush in April 2018, and the world has turned countless times since then. My journey into art began as a way to cope with the unimaginable grief of losing my beloved husband, Bradford Gross, who passed away suddenly at the age of 44 in 2017.
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With no formal training or even a prior interest in fine art, I was just as surprised as anyone when I found solace in painting. What began as an emotional outlet transformed into a passion I couldn't ignore. I started sharing my work on Facebook and Instagram, allowing my grief to take form on the canvas, creating a space for my emotions to flow when words simply couldn't.
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"Painting was a way for my grief to flow out, and to just be, when being was too hard."
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Since those early days, I've been fortunate enough to exhibit my work both locally and in London. During the pandemic, I completed a series of 100 paintings in 100 days as part of the Artist Support Pledge, a project that connected me with a wider artistic community and made my art more accessible.
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Now, I am excited to be working on a new collection, experimenting with oils and watercolors, as I continue to explore this ever-evolving creative journey.
Art For The Soul
My Vision
"I hope my pieces bring people a bit of tranquillity, a bit of peace, and a bit of joy - the exact same feelings that painting brings me. That's what I do - I paint art for the soul, from the soul."
My Paintbox
Khadija is known for her use of bold colours, especially her signature shades of mustard and cobalt blue. She uses a combination of oil paints with cold wax and gold leafing.
100 PAINTINGS FOR 100 DAYS CHALLENGE
The Power of Art During the Pandemic: My 100 Paintings in 100 Days Journey
The pandemic had a profound impact on our mental and physical well-being in ways we never anticipated. For me, living alone during the lockdowns, the isolation and separation from my loved ones were among the most difficult and heartbreaking challenges. To combat the loneliness and foster a sense of connection with my community, I decided to join the #ArtistSupportPledge and embarked on a personal challenge to create 100 paintings in 100 days, selling each piece for £100.
Every evening at 8 PM, I posted a new painting on social media. Little did I know how successful this project would become! The Artist Support Pledge initiative encourages artists to give back, pledging to purchase £200 worth of art or donate to a charity after reaching £1,000 in sales.
All of my donations from this project were directed to a ‘pot’ managed by EggTooth, a charity supporting young artists and musicians through mentoring, coaching, and therapy. This cause was particularly close to Brad’s heart, and it continues to thrive today, thanks to the unwavering support of our community.
I’m deeply honored to have been able to share my artwork in an affordable and accessible way. This experience has inspired me to continue supporting the Bradford Gross Foundation through EggTooth, with new works and ongoing challenges.
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