DEMI MOT (2025) Original Acrylic Painting by Kristina Mallen

As an artist, I sought to capture the allure of femininity in this piece, where elegance meets sensuality. This painting, a bold exploration of contrasts, focuses on a sensual and evocative portrait of a woman—an embodiment of mystery and magnetism.

The vivid crimson lips of the woman seem to whisper untold stories, adding a note of refined eroticism, while the shadow of the wide black hat both conceals and reveals her face, inviting the viewer into a dialogue of intrigue and desire.

Set against a striking red background, the woman’s silhouette in a black-and-white palette embodies the essence of minimalism and pop art, blending simplicity with profound emotional depth. Her image is both powerful and delicate, evoking the timeless elegance of vintage fashion and the daring charm of classic retro chic. Every detail—from the curve of her shoulders to the lines of her face—celebrates the sophistication of the female form.

Demi Mot is a reflection of the elegance and sensuality of women, a story of timeless allure, charm, and veiled, delicate sexuality.

Materials used:

Acrylic

Details:

• Acrylic painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 50 x 73 x 1cm (unframed) / 50 x 73cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Graphic, illustrative and typographic
• Subject: People and portraits