Marie Louise
 
The image is a striking, digitally manipulated portrait that combines elements of photorealism with a vibrant, expressionistic color palette. The subject’s face is divided into colorful segments, reminiscent of a Cubist approach, which disrupts the naturalistic portrayal and adds an abstract quality. Each segment is rendered with realistic shading and texture, suggesting a collage of different identities or personas within the same figure.

The eyes of the subject are highly detailed and naturalistic, creating a window of reality amidst the surrounding abstraction. This contrast draws the viewer’s attention directly to the gaze of the subject, which is central and confrontational. The use of intense, saturated colors, particularly the reds and purples, imbues the piece with an emotional intensity.

The floral elements in the hair and the ornate earrings contribute to a folkloric or traditional aesthetic, possibly alluding to cultural heritage. These traditional motifs juxtaposed with the modern, fragmented treatment of the face create a fusion of past and present, hinting at a complex narrative about identity.

Overall, the composition is bold and compelling, inviting interpretation while challenging traditional portraiture with its avant-garde approach to form and color.
 
The print is on high quality paper.
The print size is 16 x 16 inches ( 40 x 40 cm).