Peacock Diva (2025) Original Acrylic Painting by Kristina Mallen

In this elegant work, I portrayed a woman — mysterious, sensual, with a refined posture and a gaze turned inward. Here, the elegant woman becomes the embodiment of classic chic, framed by vintage and retro motifs, evoking the era of cabaret style, where sparkle and sophistication blend with a touch of theatricality.

The composition features appliqué from a peacock feather, bringing a note of natural luxury, while pearlescent strokes imitate exquisite feathers, as if floating in water. I chose deep shades of blue and purple to emphasize the atmosphere of night and mystery. The flowing lines of the silhouette lead the eye to the woman’s back, a symbol of tenderness and strength at once.

This is a female portrait in which sensuality, refinement, and subtle provocation come together — reminiscent of vintage cabaret posters. Here, peacocks and feathers become a metaphor for uniqueness, and every brushstroke is a tribute to the art where luxury meets dream.

Materials used:

Acrylic

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Paper
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 50 x 65 x 0.1cm (unframed) / 50 x 65cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Graphic, illustrative and typographic
• Subject: People and portraits