Portrait in the portrait Acrylic on canvas, 80cm x 80cm
" IN GOOD COMPANY"
Each portrait within In Good Company features a subject paired with an animal or whimsical artifact. These elements act not as symbols but as playful companions, illuminating the relationship between humans and the creatures they cherish, imagine, or invent. From a young woman holding a miniature elephant to a Greek fisherman presenting a live octopus, the collection delights in the improbable while reflecting the universal connections between humans and animals. While the animals and objects offer intrigue, they do not overshadow the subjects. Instead, they amplify the individuality and mood of each figure, drawing attention to their gestures, gazes, and the quiet narratives they seem to share. This series embraces the absurd and the intimate, inviting us to reconsider our connections with animals and the stories they help us tell. By playfully juxtaposing life like portrayals with whimsical, sometimes improbable pairings, In Good Company celebrates the richness of our shared existence—whether grounded in reality or spun from the threads of imagination. The subjects' gazes—whether directed at the viewer, their companions, or an undefined distance—create a layered dialogue that bridges the humorous and the profound.