Fracti X (2023) Original Mixed-media Painting by Raúl Lara

This series explores the duality of human beings, the coexistence of light and darkness within us all. In this piece, I aimed to capture the complexity of human emotions and the fragility of our existence. By using a combination of image transfer techniques and mixed media elements, I sought to convey a sense of rawness and vulnerability in the painting.

'Fracti' reflects the notion that we are all broken in some way, with scars and wounds that we carry with us throughout our lives. But in this brokenness, there is also strength and resilience. The image transfer technique used in the painting also serves as a metaphor for the human condition. By transferring images onto the canvas, I sought to represent the way in which our experiences and memories are imprinted on us, shaping who we are and who we become.

As an artist, I hope that viewers will connect with the piece on a deep, emotional level, and perhaps even find solace in the idea that our brokenness is what makes us human, and that it is possible to find beauty in our imperfections.

Materials used:

mixed media and image transfer on canvas

Details:

• Mixed-media painting on Canvas
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 40 x 60 x 2cm (unframed) / 40 x 60cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the back
• Style: Expressive and gestural
• Subject: People and portraits