№Lih 30

The coal painting titled "Mysterious Look" is a dramatic and emotive portrayal of Marilyn Monroe, capturing a moment that is both vulnerable and intense. The artist's use of charcoal allows for a range of textures, from the softness of her skin to the lustrous quality of her hair, and the stark contrast between light and shadow accentuates her iconic features. Marilyn's gaze is directed slightly upwards, her eyelids partially closed in an expression that conveys a sense of introspection or perhaps melancholy. Her lips are parted as if mid-speech or sigh, adding to the painting's sense of intimacy. The fluffy texture of what seems to be a fur stole is suggested by the artist's skillful shading, providing a sense of luxury that contrasts with the raw emotion on Marilyn's face. Earrings dangle delicately, catching the light, adding a touch of glamour to the otherwise somber palette. The darkness surrounding her figure enhances the feeling that she is illuminated under a spotlight, which might symbolize the intense scrutiny she faced as a public figure. The artist's additional text reflects on the theme of beauty and self-acceptance, suggesting that this image of Marilyn Monroe transcends her status as a sex symbol to reveal a deeper, more personal struggle with identity and self-worth. This sentiment is echoed in the narrative of the artist's own experiences, emphasizing the importance of affirmation and individuality from a young age. The painting seems to serve not only as a tribute to Monroe's enduring allure but also as a poignant reminder of the complex individual behind the glamorous facade.

*** ABOUT THIS PAINTING ***
* TITLE: "Mystery Monroe" - Scene from the film: Some Like It Hot
* ARTISTS: Yulia Lihina
* SIZE: 30x39 cm/'11.81x15.35 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: $650.00

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