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2019
Oil on linen
73 x 59 cm | 28.7 x 23.2 in.
USD 700
Sylvia Laks’ portraits are drawn from diverse themes and influences, including the human body, identity, memory, landscape, and spirituality. Working with a variety of materials, from charcoal and pastel drawings to oil painting on linen, Laks invites us to explore a myriad of mythical and mystical worlds from the realms of her imagination.
This Spiderman painting features a little boy with a spiderweb painted on his, his expressive eyes peering directly out of the canvas. He is surrounded by an abstract background in muted tones, where soft greys blend with subtle hints of colour, creating a dreamlike atmosphere.
The boy’s face paint stands out against the serene, layered backdrop, which consists of abstract rectangular shapes emerging from the surface. The contrast between the boldness of the boy’s face and the gentle, understated background adds a sense of whimsy and depth to the composition. The Spiderman painting captures the boy’s youthful innocence and playfulness, while the abstract elements invite the viewer to explore the boundary between reality and imagination.
Laks’s ability to blend realism with elements of the mystical and symbolic provides viewer with thought-provoking experiences. She focuses on the psychological expression of her characters, tapping into their emotions and inviting you to glimpse into their souls, and unravel their curious narratives.
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Black, Blue, Pink, Brown, Grey, Red, white, Yellow
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