Original artwork description:

Lena Applebaum's work focuses on expressive portraits of children in the Outer Space. The signature character of the artist is the 'Spacebaby', where babies, like little superheroes, represent adventure, youth, and mystery. The characters are represented via playful childish painting language.

Central theme of this painting speak to the idea of journeys we all take from the innocence of childhood to the exploration of adulthood. Through paintings of children, Lena Applebaum aims to capture the emotions and experiences of growing up.

Lena draws inspiration from visiting places such as utopian cities across Europe, abandoned buildings, playgrounds, and mid-century vintage designs and toys and cartoons. Artist loves to explore the mystery and beauty of the cosmos, which she believes to be connected to our inner space.

Hashtags: #outerspace #astroboy #aliens #ufo #nebula #astronaut

Materials used:

Oil paints on flax linen canvas

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