Original artwork description:

I painted a half-human, half-elf character and challenged myself to create a seamless color transition: from cool blues to warm pinks and reds, without losing the anatomy of the face. Instead, I wanted the colors to enhance it. In my mind, this is what a passionate, romantic hero might look like.

▶ ABOUT «FANTASY CREATURES» SERIES
One day I caught myself wondering: what if we could reshape our appearance whenever we wanted, even change our anatomy? That idea grew into the «Fantasy Creatures» Series: portraits of beings who have adapted to life on other planets. Their skin shifts with bold, chameleon-like colors, and their features follow their own strange logic: unusual, alien, and unexpectedly beautiful. Each character reflects transformation, survival, and the wild possibilities of life beyond Earth.

▶ ARTWORK DETAILS
Fine art mixed-media original, one-of-a-kind handmade piece on paper. Signed, titled, and dated on the back. A Certificate of Authenticity is included.

▶ MEDIUM and SIZE
● «FABRIANO» watercolor paper, 300 gsm
● Acrylic with oil-based background
● Painting size: 9.8 × 9.8 × 0.04 in
● Painting size: 25 × 25 × 0.1 cm

▶ART PAINTING TECHNIQUE
I work in a distinctive mixed-media technique: first creating a rich, textured background in oils on paper, sometimes adding watercolor layers for subtle depth. The creatureʹs face is then painted with acrylic.

▶ FRAMING
Please note: artworks are shipped UNFRAMED! Frames shown in the images are for illustration purposes only.
This artwork fits standard IKEA frames sized 35 × 35 cm (13.8 × 13.8 in) with a mount opening of 24 × 24 cm (9.4 × 9.4 in). You can also order a custom frame to match your personal style.

▶SHIPPING
● Order processing time: up to 5 days
● Worldwide DHL shipping within 5–14 days, with tracking number
● Paper artworks are shipped flat in a secure envelope, carefully packaged for safe delivery

▶ OPTIONS
This piece is available not only on its own but also as part of an art set, where each artwork comes with a 20% discount. If you’d like a custom set, just send me the titles of the pieces you want to include and I’ll create a personalized listing for you. Feel free to reach out via the «Contact» button. More abstract portraits you could find visiting «Portrait Art» section.

▶CUSTOMS
Artworks are shipped from Turkey. Please note that customs duties may apply when importing art into your country. These taxes are collected by your government and are not additional delivery fees. Paying import taxes is the buyer’s responsibility, so please keep this in mind before purchasing.

▶ABOUT THE ARTIST
Mariia Raskin (b. 1979, Kazakhstan) is an abstract-impressionist painter based in Turkey and Northern Cyprus. She holds a degree in Applied Arts with distinction. Her works are part of the permanent collection of the Cyprus Museum of Modern Art, and she has held several solo exhibitions in Cyprus, including one inaugurated by the Prime Minister.
A member of the International Association of Art (IAA) and the Eurasian Art Union (EAU), Mariia is a two-time recipient of the Certificate of Artistic Achievement from the Luxembourg Art Prize and winner of the Boynes Monthly Art Award. Her paintings have been exhibited internationally and featured on major art platforms such as Altiba9, Artsy Shark, and Spotlight Contemporary Art Magazine. On Artfinder, Mariia exclusively presents her works on paper.

▶YOUR QUESTIONS
Feel free to contact me with any questions. I’ll be happy to assist you, just click the «Contact» button.

▶SEO details
Abstract fantasy portrait of a romantic hero, imagined as a half-elf, half-god character. The figure has a soft blue face with warm orange and red accents, deep navy hair, and a charismatic, otherworldly presence. Set against a flowing red-and-yellow oil-painted background, the piece feels vibrant, emotional, and full of dramatic contrast. Painted in mixed media on heavyweight paper, it blends a textured oil backdrop with an acrylic portrait that looks vivid, dimensional, and alive. Perfect for collectors who love fantasy male portraits, mythical characters, romantic hero artwork, and bold, expressive abstract figurative art.

fantasy male portrait, romantic hero art, abstract portrait painting, half-elf character, blue face artwork, mythical male figure, expressive fantasy art, mixed media portrait, vibrant figurative painting, charismatic character art.

Materials used:

acrylic, oil on paper

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