Her art is born from a deep well of emotion and life experience, blending personal introspection with an unshakable commitment to creation. Her work – a raw and cathartic exploration of self, memory and growth – transcends the boundaries of traditional abstract painting. Cat Spilman. We sat down with her at her studio in London …

For years, I thought I had hydration all figured out: feel thirsty, drink water, repeat. Easy, right? Turns out, I was doing it all wrong. The real secret? You’re supposed to drink before you’re thirsty. Mind blown. And guess what? Your skin works the exact same way. That tight, dry, oh-no-it’s-flaking feeling? That’s your face …

A day with her takes you out of the ordinary. Not just because of the breathtaking Como landscapes and the way she arranged her life there, but primarily due to the full, uninterrupted attention she gives you, her curiosity and wisdom. The simplest things – that are the most precious. Sit down with your afternoon …