This artist turns tea bags into tiny, detailed paintings
Beyond the Canvas: Women of Wonder
“Beyond the CANVAS” honors five trailblazing women in the arts. In this episode, the legendary Dolly Parton, Julie Andrews, and other creators show us how the road to success wasn’t just one they walked, but one they paved themselves.
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