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As an artist, Mari Sunna (b. 1972) invariably manages to evoke a sense of familiarity while remaining enigmatic at the same time. All her works are instantly recognisable: it is apparent whose mind, thoughts, and brushstrokes have created them. Sunna’s sensitivity, vigour, and confidence that borders on sleepwalking are qualities that are impossible to miss.

And yet it is also the case that her most recent paintings are never similar to the works she has produced before; they do not look the same.

Examples of Sunna’s previous works include paintings of faceless girls and faces that are almost …