Elli VIII Nadezda their neon hues and bejeweled

their neon hues and bejeweled eyes illuminated with desire

10 x 4 x 5 in

25 x 8 in

dense and explosive narrative

Blending the external world with her own understanding of the human condition has led to her distinct style

Elli VIII Nadezda their neon hues and bejeweledOil on wood 16 x 20 in. 2022 "My work is a celebration of the unique identities that pepper our contemporary society. I was trained to paint portraits with a very classic approach, the emphasis being on composition, technical skills, and achieving a strong likeness. However, through the development of my own voice as an artist, I've come to use portraits as a means of forming relationships with and connecting to the individuals that I paint. My