oil on canvas
70 × 50 cm
At its core, this piece explores the subversion of the feminine gaze. The traditional symbol of the rose - historically representative of fleeting beauty and romance - is transformed into a literal organ of surveillance. By embedding eyes within the blooms, I created a sense of omnipotence and protection, suggesting that the subject is not merely being watched, but is herself the watchful guardian of the glowing green elixir she holds.
oil on canvas
70 × 50 cm
At its core, this piece explores the subversion of the feminine gaze. The traditional symbol of the rose - historically representative of fleeting beauty and romance - is transformed into a literal organ of surveillance. By embedding eyes within the blooms, I created a sense of omnipotence and protection, suggesting that the subject is not merely being watched, but is herself the watchful guardian of the glowing green elixir she holds.
