Kalin Thomas, an artist and scholar steeped in Renaissance technique and Stoic philosophy, juxtaposes the ideals of historical art with contemporary themes. His classically inspired yet uniquely modern works reveal the dualities of human nature—reason and impulse, strength and vulnerability. Thomas has shown his work in museums and galleries across the U.S. and teaches art history and technique, emphasizing the enduring relevance of traditional methods.

Currently based in Burlington, Vermont, Thomas uses historical elements to immerse viewers in ambiguity, rather than present a new narrative. While he didn't study art formally, as a linguistics major in college Thomas learned that "elements of communication can be broken up, changed, manipulated and put back together with new meaning.” That approach is evident in his compositions, which he constructs with laborious care.

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