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2023, John Doyle: Healing Across Cultures
I chose this work because I love the color composition and the concept of the herbalist as a healer. The background of muted reds and greens is soothing to me, and I like the striped gallabiyah (Egyptian men’s garment) and leopard skin robe. I also love the idea of the herbalist, in that nature has provided us with so many healing herbs. Contemporary society seems to focus more on pharmaceuticals and less on natural remedies. However, there are still some herbalists and holistic professionals today who treat a variety of modern illnesses and allergies through plants and other natural therapies.
Text by Tricia Eddy, Mulvane Gallery Assistant