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Carmen Wagner’s artistic journey is a remarkable testament Upon completing her studies, Wagner enrolled in the life
to her relentless pursuit of creative expression. Born in drawing course of Prof. Josef Mikl at the Academy of Fine
Vienna, Wagner’s early exposure to the city’s rich cultural Arts in Vienna. It was here that she honed her skills in
heritage undoubtedly shaped her artistic inclinations. capturing the human form with precision and emotion.
At the tender age of 15, she made a pivotal decision to However, her artistic journey took an unexpected turn
transfer from Gymnasium to the HBLVA for Textile Industry, when she decided to pursue acting at the Krauss Acting
where she embarked on a rigorous course in Design and School in Vienna. This decision was not a departure from
Fashion. This early immersion in the world of design laid her artistic aspirations but rather an expansion of her
the foundation for her multifaceted artistic career. creative repertoire.
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