I see you, but you don’t
By Elena Soroka
US$ 2,150
Overview
2024
Oil Paint, oil on canvas
Unique Work
Dimensions: 70cm (H) x 70cm (W) x 2.5cm (D) / 27.6" (H) x 27.6" (W) x 1" (D)
Note: Actual colours may vary due to photography & computer settings
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About the art
Artist statement
This vibrant and detailed oil painting features the upper part of a girl's face, focusing on her expressive eyes and elaborate headwear. The girl's wide, naturalistic eyes, painted with detailed irises, convey depth and emotion. Her warm skin tones, highlighted with shadows, give a three-dimensional feel to her face.
The turban, occupying most of the space above the girl's face, is intricately designed with various patterns and textures in vivid colors. Layers of the turban showcase wave-like patterns in blue and white, geometric shapes with hints of orange, and floral designs combining brown, white, and blue. The predominant blue color of the turban, enhanced by these complementary patterns, adds to its visual richness.
The background features a complex geometric pattern of three-dimensional cube-like shapes in blue and brown tones against a peach-colored backdrop. This repetitive motif enhances the depth of the painting and complements the intricate design of the turban.
Combining realism with decorative motifs, this painting blends lifelike portraiture with abstract and patterned elements. Bold color use, particularly blue tones contrasted with peach and brown shades, and rich textures invite close examination and appreciation of the detailed work. This striking piece merges the realism of a portrait with lush, decorative aesthetics, creating a captivating and intricate visual narrative.
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Artist profile
Elena Soroka
Hometown: Tashkent
Based in: Moscow
I am researching a woman’s self-awareness, formed through the prism of stereotypes and prejudices that were developed in society. I compare behavior deviation from expected patterns to a glitch effect. Glitch art opposes the digital culture promoting an ideal transmission of the image. The glitch is an inconsistency in the …
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