Hanna Ilczyszyn, Boy with a Cat, 2019, Acrylic Painting on Canvas

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A moment of pure affection unfolds in this evocative figurative composition. A tender embrace anchors the scene, where a human … Read more A moment of pure affection unfolds in this evocative figurative composition. A tender embrace anchors the scene, where a human figure cradles a sleek black cat. The emotional bond feels immediate and sincere. Each stroke emphasizes the physical weight of the animal and the protective hold of the person.
the background transforms into a lush, dreamlike garden. Oversized pink blossoms drift across a dense canopy of dark leaves. This floral arrangement creates a rhythmic contrast against the central figures. The palette balances soft pastels with deep, saturated shadows.
tactile details emerge through the precise use of pencil, lending a raw yet refined quality to the textures. From the soft fabric of a pink shirt to the weathered surface of the ground, the artwork captures a quiet intimacy. The composition blends realistic portraiture with a stylized, imaginative atmosphere. A subtle tension exists between the stillness of the pose and the vibrant energy of the surrounding nature. The gaze of the cat remains mysterious, adding a layer of intrigue to this serene domestic scene.

hanna ilczyszyn (b. 1984)
graduated from academy of fine arts in wroclaw, poland obtaining her diploma in atelier of prof. A. Dymitrowicz. During her scholarship she studied also at koninklijke academie voor schone kunsten in ghent, belgium. She practises figurative art, she is interested in relationship between a living creature and its surroundings. She took part in many solo and group exhibitions in poland as well as abroad. She lives and works in belgium. This piece has an attribution mark,
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