Ally/Jazz Stefan Buana highlights the context of a social gathering where people are united with each other over common issues, however different personalities as portrayed by varying expressions distinguish them from each other and reflect diversity. There is an overarching sentiment of joy, happiness and hope that is brought forth from the smiles on each face and a sense of camaraderie and community spirit is evoked.

Acrylic and oil on watercolour paper. This piece was inspired by photographs of people socialising and gathering in groups. Particularly relevant during pandemic times expressing ideals related to human connection. ♦ Tanya Mascarenhas ♦ Buying artist paints as an investment with Art marketplace: Artsted

Artist Ewing Paddock's three-year project of painting people on the London Underground.

A sea of faces seen from above - Workers at Moscow Likhachev Auto Plant in Russia.

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At the start of May, I hosted a gathering of female creatives at Pip Farm, a picturesque farmhouse deep in the stunning Devonshire countryside. Much as I love social media, I feel nothing compares to establishing real life connections, and I always like to meet people in the flesh.