Apricity, the feeling of sunlight on winter. Meriem Delacroix's Bio Translating the Symphony of Senses: Meriem’s Journey through Synesthesia Born in 1988 to a Parisian family, Meriem found her haven amidst sketchbooks and a palette of colors. From her earliest years, she discovered solace and self-expression through the rhythmic dance of her paintbrush. This sense of being different, an outlier from her peers, stemmed from her unique way of perceiving life – a vibrant orchestration of senses that often led to discord with school and family. By the age of 19, Meriem’s unquenchable thirst for creativity lured her to the romantic lanes of Verona, Italy. There, she embraced the nurturing ambiance of the Academy of Fine Arts, honing her skills and shaping her unique artistic vision. A major turning point arrived when she was 26. Meriem was diagnosed with synesthesia, an intriguing neural condition that cross-links senses. It was like discovering a name for her lifelong silent partner, the mysterious phenomenon that drenched her world in hues, patterns, and textures whenever she heard music, tasted unique flavors, or inhaled a distinctive fragrance. This realization was an epiphany – her sensory symphony wasn’t a shared concert, but her own solo performance. Previously believing that everyone experienced the world as she did, Meriem found her creative path leading her into the realm of abstract art. Having mastered the art of portraiture and copper engraving, she decided to express her synesthetic experiences on canvas, aiming to invite others into her multi-sensory world. Her abstract creations are more than mere paintings; they are visual concerts, aromatic landscapes, tactile symphonies – all transcending the traditional boundaries of sensory perception. Describing what she perceives when she senses sounds, scents, or emotions is a challenge words often fall short of. Her synesthetic visions, inherently abstract, find their best expression through her art. Particularly evocative for Meriem are the vibrant visuals sparked by music, strong emotions, sounds, and touch, which she vividly conveys in her work. Meriem’s unique and captivating artworks have graced various exhibitions, from the Milan Biennale to galleries in Venice and Paris. She has a deep-rooted commitment to utilizing her art to give back to the community, participating in numerous charity events. One notable example was in 2021, when she joined forces with Emergency, showcasing her paintings in Venice to support this humanitarian cause. In this extraordinary journey through colors, sounds, and emotions, Meriem continues to paint her world, one synesthetic experience at a time.