№Lih 24

The coal painting titled "Punk Adventures" captures the raw essence of the punk movement, showcasing two figures that appear to be deeply entrenched in the subculture. The artwork is rendered in rich, dark tones, highlighting the gritty and rebellious atmosphere associated with punk. On the left, a woman stands with a cigarette in hand, her hair styled in a casual manner, her outfit a mix of edgy and casual with a leather jacket over a short dress and fishnet stockings. She exudes a nonchalant attitude, a defiance that is palpable in her stance and expression. Beside her, a man is depicted with a characteristic punk hairstyle, his face expressing a certain stoicism. He wears a leather jacket adorned with various pins and chains, a symbol of the punk penchant for customization and individual expression. In the background, graffiti that reads "Sex Pistols" is prominent, referencing the iconic British punk band known for their influential music and controversial antics. Words like "OBNOXIOUS" and "FILTHY LUCRE" add to the atmosphere, emphasizing the movement's penchant for provocation and its stance against mainstream sensibilities. This painting not only represents the external aesthetics of punk but also conveys the vibrant, intense lifestyle that the artist reflects upon from personal experience. The narrative shared by the artist speaks of a journey from youthful bewilderment to a more reflective appreciation of the punk scene, acknowledging the turbulent, yet memorable, adventures that shaped a significant part of their youth. The piece serves as a visual memoir of the artist's own punk phase, a tribute to the times of unbridled expression and a nod to the film "Sid and Nancy," which chronicles the tumultuous relationship between Sex Pistols bassist Sid Vicious and his girlfriend Nancy Spungen. It's a poignant reminder of the powerful influence of music and subculture on personal identity and the indelible marks they leave on our lives.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Punk Adventures" - Scene from the film: Sid and Nancy
* ARTISTS: Yulia Lihina
* SIZE: 60x79 cm/'23.62x31.10 inches'
* MEDIUM: coal, paper
* HAND PAINTED: Original painting from our collection
* CONDITION: we tried to convey the maximum information with the help of photos about this product

About the artist: Yulia Lihina, born on November 10, 1984 in Kharkov, Ukraine, was a very restless and stubborn child. At three years old, her mother showed her how to draw to calm her down. Julia attended art studio and art school from 1989 to 2002. This experience helped her understand how to live further, since she could not imagine her life without colors and art.

She graduated with honors from the Kharkov Art School (2002-2007), painting department, becoming an artist and teacher. During her studies, Julia painted many paintings to order, including stills from films, which was an interesting experience for her.

After graduating from school, she got married and soon became the mother of two children. After the divorce, she tried to return to painting, but her children did not allow her to do so. While working for a network company while on maternity leave, she saw how artists painted and sold their paintings, which inspired her to take up painting again. She quit her online business and started over with support from family and friends.

In 2019, Yulia began studying how artists work on the Internet. In 2020, she took a course on blogging and selling paintings abroad, starting to paint during the quarantine period. She considers the Internet the best direction for developing and promoting her creativity around the world.

On February 24, 2022, war began in her country. Initially, Yulia thought that everything would end quickly, but then she had to leave home, experiencing pain and depression. She quickly coped with it, started volunteering and received a grant to purchase art materials. This gave her the motivation to move forward and do something she had wanted to do since she was three years old.

Julia draws inspiration from films, loving the genres of biography, thriller, crime, detective, comedy, history, sports, drama and romance. She loves to convey the complex emotional states of actors on camera and finds cinema a special source of inspiration.

Her favorite artists are Levitan, Polenov, Serov, Repin and many others in this style. She specializes in drawing, painting and landscapes, working primarily in oil, charcoal and pastel. Julia primes the canvases herself, using the techniques of the old masters and imprimatura.

Framing option availabe at extra cost. Feel free to inquire.

Reserve: $1,900.00

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