Original artwork description:

In this still moment, something lingers—an unanswered question, a longing, a mystery yet to be revealed. As they wander through this anti-utopian realm, two lost souls, drawn together by a silent bond, find answers just out of reach, their journey leading only to more questions. Their connection is deep, yet the path ahead remains uncertain, leaving them to wonder what they are truly searching for.



This painting belongs to an ongoing series I've been creating since 2013. It explores themes of emotion, grief, and mystery. Flamingoes are a recurring motif in my work, symbolizing resilience and our profound connection to the natural world. I often imbue them with human-like characteristics.

This work is shipped in a custom crate for secure transport. The artwork comes with a lightweight frame.

Inspired by nature, societal observation, and the world of fantasy, Croatian artist Nikolina Petolas opens the door to secret places where memories, desires, and the subconscious converge, existing somewhere between real life and imagination.

Through allegory as a means of expression, she discovers a parallel world woven into dreams and disrupts our perception of reality. In her symbolic visual stories, Nikolina creates a deep narrative with profound compositions in her unique style by blending contemporary digital techniques with photography or through traditional painting.

Recognized for her unique artistic style, Nikolina has collaborated with renowned clients such as Ferragamo and Marriott, among others. Her signature Blue Pear series, developed over the past 12 years, has earned global recognition and numerous international art awards. Her work has been acknowledged by prestigious institutions, including the IPA Photography Awards, LICC, Beautiful Bizarre, FAPA, and notably, the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna, to name just a few.
Her impressive portfolio has been widely acclaimed and exhibited in galleries and museums across Europe, the United States, and Asia.

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Oils

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