Sun-kissed in a red swimsuit, 2025

Natalya Mougenot   Best sellers

This contemporary abstract expressionist woman in a red swimsuit was created by the French artist Natalya Mougenot and makes part of her ongoing series dedicated to Women.

Sun Kissed in a Red Swimsuit captures a radiant summer moment—a woman emerging from a swimming pool, bathed in sunlight and wrapped in a vibrant red swimsuit. Inspired by the carefree spirit of summer vacations, when work pauses and all that matters is the warmth of the sun and the refreshing water, this painting celebrates leisure, renewal, and the joyful pause from daily life.

Through bold, textured brushstrokes and a dynamic palette, the artwork channels the energy of abstract expressionism. The woman, defined by a vivid red form, stands out strikingly against a background of cool blues and turquoise, evoking the sparkling water and summer sky. Sweeping, energetic strokes convey movement and vitality, while layered tones add depth and richness to the scene.

The contrast between warm reds and cool blues creates a captivating tension that guides the viewer's gaze across the canvas. Embracing abstraction, the piece transcends literal representation, inviting personal interpretation and emotional connection. The confident, masterful use of color and texture showcases Mougenot's command of contemporary abstract techniques, making this work a vibrant homage to summer relaxation, renewal, and the sensory experience of sun, water, and freedom.

Natalya Mougenot weaves together multiple visual languages in this piece—abstract, expressionist, and art brut. The latter is more than a stylistic influence; it lies at the heart of her creative philosophy. For Mougenot, art brut represents unfiltered authenticity—where feeling guides form and instinct prevails over technique. This painting embodies that ethos: spontaneous, emotional, and unedited.

Here, painting becomes presence. Sun Kissed in a Red Swimsuit holds space for honesty, celebrates imperfection, and honors the act of creation as a moment of pure truth. Every brushstroke pulses with sincerity; every color reveals a quiet, intimate story.

Executed in oil on cardboard, the piece is sold unframed—offering collectors the freedom to present it in a way that suits their own space and style. It can be elegantly displayed on a table, console, or shelf, leaning casually against a wall for a relaxed yet refined effect.

Please note: interior setting photographs are included for inspiration only.

The artwork ships directly from France and includes a Certificate of Authenticity to guarantee its originality and provenance. Created in Natalya Mougenot's Lyon studio in June 2025.

About the Artist

Natalya Mougenot, born in Kazakhstan and currently living and working in Lyon, France, brings a richly layered cultural and emotional sensibility to her work. Her paintings explore deeply internal landscapes—bold yet intimate, abstract yet profoundly personal. Influenced by the raw immediacy of art brut, Mougenot paints with instinct and vulnerability, rejecting polished perfection in favor of truth. Each work is a quiet act of presence—an offering inviting viewers to reconnect with their own inner world.

Her pieces are held in private collections across Europe and beyond, resonating with those who appreciate authenticity, emotion, and the powerful language of color.