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Plate No. 04
When You Smile
Dimensions70 × 100 cm
MaterialsAcrylic, mixed media, modeling paste, gold leaf, stones, and collage on canvas
CollectionMixed Media & Collage
This mixed-media portrait presents an elegant feminine figure rendered through a balance of realism and decorative abstraction. Set against a richly layered floral background, the work merges classic beauty with contemporary texture and material depth.
The figure’s composed gaze and refined posture convey quiet confidence and inner strength. Subtle textual elements and ornamental details enhance the emotional atmosphere, while tactile surfaces create a sense of intimacy and visual richness.
Through layered materials and expressive finishes, the work explores themes of femininity, presence, and the transformative power of self-expression, inviting the viewer to pause and connect with the quiet impact of a single moment.
This painting was inspired by the image of Audrey Hepburn and her legendary beauty. Through elegance, softness, and timeless presence, the work carries the empowering message: “You are amazing just the way you are.”