Contemporary Icons in a Lineage of Timeless Beauty
In my work, you can recognize influences deeply rooted in art history. While my paintings are undeniably contemporary, they draw from a long tradition of iconography and portraiture. One could say that my paintings are a modern interpretation of Byzantine icons and imperial portraits—images that do not simply depict women but rather elevate them to an untouchable, almost divine status. Like these historical icons, my muses are not just individuals; they embody an ideal, an archetype, a timeless symbol of power, mystique, and beauty. Yet, unlike the passive figures of historical iconography, my muses command the viewer’s attention [...]