Lor Begent
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Lor Begent

Begent translates the philosophy of kintsugi into ink and gold, finding beauty in the process of mending.

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Lor Begent is a Salt Lake City-based artist whose practice is rooted in a traditional Japanese tattoo apprenticeship. Working with ink, archival watercolor, and gold mica pigment, they blend the precision of irezumi with surrealist botanical illustrations. Their process is deeply personal, often creating work from bed due to chronic illness, which informs their unique perspective on resilience and the body. As a queer, neurodivergent, and disabled creator, Begent’s work explores themes of repair and mythology. Beyond their independent studio practice, they are a mentor for disabled artists and a participant in the Cultural Autism Studies at Yale (CASY) project. Their portfolio frequently features mythological beasts and feminine forms that reflect the Japanese philosophy of kintsugi, celebrating the strength found in mending.

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Begent’s aesthetic merges the bold linework of traditional Japanese tattooing with delicate botanical surrealism and shimmering gold mica accents. Their work centers on mythological creatures and surreal feminine figures, often utilizing the visual language of kintsugi to explore themes of resilience and healing.
Japanese Irezumi TraditionBotanical SurrealismGold Mica PigmentKintsugi PhilosophyMythological BeastsArchival Ink

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What influences Lor Begent’s artistic style?

Their work is primarily influenced by a traditional Japanese tattoo apprenticeship (irezumi), combined with botanical illustration and surrealism.

What materials does the artist use?

Begent creates their pieces using ink, archival watercolor, and gold mica pigment.

How does the artist's personal experience inform their work?

As a disabled artist living with chronic illness, Begent often works from bed, focusing on themes of resilience and the philosophy of kintsugi.

What recurring subjects appear in Begent's portfolio?

Common subjects include mythological beasts, surreal feminine figures, and botanical elements.

Is the artist involved in any community or research projects?

Yes, Begent provides mentorship for disabled artists and is a participant in the Cultural Autism Studies at Yale (CASY) project.

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