330_Golden Gaze (2026) Original Collage by Manel Villalonga

This artwork presents a mixed-media style, collage, with elements reminiscent of urban art and pop art. The central subject is a portrait of a woman, created using a halftone technique in grayscale. The portrait is covered with vibrant splashes and blocks of abstract color, primarily a deep blue, with touches of yellow and orange.
The background is a complex tapestry of text fragments, stamps, and graphic elements, suggesting a deconstructed information landscape. This technique of layering, where disparate visual elements combine to create a new narrative, is a hallmark of collage and assemblage. The composition is dynamic: the woman's gaze is directed upward, and her eyes, highlighted with a bright orange circle, capture the viewer's attention. The overall impression is that of a contemporary portrait imbued with a raw, energetic, and graphic sensibility. The palette contrasts sharply between the monochromatic portrait and the intense primary colors used in the abstract sections, creating a visual tension that is both captivating and suggestive.
Mixed media: collage, photo transfer, acrylic, and spray paint.

Materials used:

collage, photo transfer, acrylic, spray

Details:

• Collage on Panel / Board / MDF
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 60 x 60 x 0.3cm (unframed) / 60 x 60cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the back
• Style: Urban and Pop
• Subject: People and portraits

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