Silver Bulletin (2026) Original Mixed-media Painting by Irina Kurganskaya

“Silver Bulletin” is an original acrylic painting from the Edible Headlines series, where everyday food subjects become visual stories inspired by the world of print media.

The composition features a group of sardines arranged across a surface of real newspaper, their silvery forms creating a striking contrast against the textured background of printed headlines. Painted with careful attention to detail, the fish become both a celebration of coastal culinary traditions and a reflection on the fleeting nature of daily moments.

Created with acrylic on canvas board decoupaged with real newspaper, the artwork combines realism with conceptual depth. Fragments of text remain subtly visible beneath the paint, reinforcing the central idea of the series: just as newspapers record the events of the day, these paintings preserve simple culinary scenes as lasting visual narratives.

The rhythmic arrangement of the sardines and the interplay between organic forms and printed typography create a composition that feels both contemporary and timeless. Familiar ingredients are elevated into a visual “bulletin,” inviting the viewer to pause and appreciate the beauty found in ordinary rituals and local traditions.

Part of the Edible Headlines collection, this piece continues the exploration of food as a universal language—one that connects place, culture, and memory.
Details
Original painting
Acrylic on canvas board with real newspaper (decoupage technique)
Size: 20 × 20 cm
Part of the Edible Headlines series
Signed by the artist

Materials used:

acrylics newspaper

Details:

• Mixed-media painting on Panel / Board / MDF
• One of a kind artwork
• Size: 20 x 20 x 0.3cm (unframed) / 20 x 20cm (actual image size)
• Signed on the front
• Style: Photorealistic
• Subject: Still life