Natasha Lelenco, Surreal Figurative Portrait, 2025, Acrylic Painting

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A vivid figurative portrait in acrylic that blends floral patterns, emoji-inspired motifs and saturated color to explore digital identity and … Read more A vivid figurative portrait in acrylic that blends floral patterns, emoji-inspired motifs and saturated color to explore digital identity and self-representation. This surreal figurative portrait forms part of the ongoing You Are The One series, a body of work that examines how visual identity is shaped, stylized and circulated across contemporary image culture. The central figure—rendered with a flat, mask-like face and an intentionally ambiguous expression—functions as an avatar, echoing the logic of emojis, filters and simplified digital icons. This deliberate stylization invites viewers to question how emotions are coded and read within mediated environments, where visibility often overrides nuance. The floral field behind the figure amplifies this tension. Vibrant flowers and graphic eye-like forms create a biophilic yet artificial atmosphere, merging natural ornament with synthetic repetition. The bright green background intensifies the chromatic contrast, heightening the surreal tone that permeates the series. The interplay between cuteness, estrangement and chromatic density is central to the project, revealing how contemporary self-representation oscillates between authenticity, performance and playful exaggeration. The piece may be displayed individually or as part of a modular installation. If collectors wish to recreate the full wall composition presented in exhibitions, a high-resolution digital file of the floral vinyl background can be provided upon purchase, allowing the installation to be adapted precisely to any architectural setting. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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