The Sneaky Spectator, 2025
Carmen Carpena

Painting : acrylic

50.8 x 60.96 x 2 cm 20 x 24 x 0.8 inch

€2,628

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50.8 x 60.96 x 2 cm 20 x 24 x 0.8 inch Height x Width x Depth

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Artwork location: United States

This original handmade painting on canvas depicts a black cat peering over a simple, textured surface. The feline's large, round eyes, encircled by a subtle glow, immediately capture attention, conveying curiosity and intrigue. Contrasted against a warm, earthy background, the cat's silhouette becomes the focal point, highlighting the starkness of its ebony fur. The minimalist composition emphasizes geometric simplicity, with the upper half dominated by the cat's ears and eyes, which are expertly crafted to convey emotion with minimal detail. The textured, reddish-brown backdrop adds depth and warmth, complementing the enigmatic presence of the cat. This piece masterfully blends abstraction with minimalism, creating a compelling narrative through a limited color palette and forms, inviting viewers to ponder the unseen world beyond the surface.

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Carmen Carpena, The Sneaky Spectator
United States  • 1972

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Carmen Carpena is an artist who was born and raised in Mexico, her passion for art and painting was something she unfortunately had to set aside. Living in a country with a struggling economy, she was advised to study a different career to secure a future. However, she was determined to follow the path that God positioned before her, so after graduating college she moved to the United States where she fully devoted herself to raising a family.

It wasn't until just eight years ago that the tragic loss of a very close family member touched her heart and prompted her to pick up a pencil and paper in an attempt to deal with the pain. Drawing her precious cousin with a pair of angel wings proved to be the remedy for her sorrow. After posting the drawing titled “Today you try out your wings, fly with God" on social media, the work gained recognition among her peers, prompting her to continue painting.

Within a short period, her works could be found in various art shows and galleries. Initially she found herself drawn towards realism and produced realistic paintings in oils and acrylics but later found freedom in the abstract style, comprised primarily of random chaotic patterns where she found beauty and logic balancing the chaos with color.

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