here are gazes that don’t ask for permission.
Naira is one of them.
Personal story and motivation
When I began this piece, I wasn’t looking for a perfect portrait — I wanted to capture a raw emotion.
I wanted to paint that feeling of a silent confession, that moment when the eyes say what words can never reach.
Symbolism and mystery
Naira speaks of the fatigue of what has been lived, and the clarity of what remains unspoken.
There is resistance in her, invisible scars, and uncomfortable truths we are not always ready to face.
She is a mirror that refuses to be ignored.
Visual interpretation
The vibrant blue background collides with the earthy void, creating tension.
The elongated neck, the tightened lips, the skin carved by shadows — all transform the face into an emotional territory.
Every stroke of acrylic and oil leaves marks that do not aim to beautify, but to provoke.
My artistic approach
I do not paint realism — I paint sensations.
My style is built with bold strokes and contrasts that transmit soul before form.
In Naira, I used a mix of acrylic and oil on Canson paper to intensify textures and make the gaze the absolute center of the work.
Critical reading / gallery insight
Naira imposes her presence in any space.
She is not complacent: she opens dialogue, awakens questions, and demands time for contemplation.
Within a collection, she is the piece that reminds us that beauty can be born from discomfort and from the scars that define us.
Final reflection and intention
Having Naira on your wall is inviting mystery to stay.
It is allowing a gaze to accompany you, challenge you, and make you return to her again and again.
Technical details
Title: Naira
Year: 2025
Technique: Mixed media (acrylic and oil)
Support: Canson paper 400 g/m²
Dimensions: 32 × 40 cm
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