She is found in the night, as if she never meant to return, 2026
Painting : acrylic · 100 x 100 x 3 cm 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch · Ready to hang
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About the artwork
Type
Painting : Unique artwork
Condition
Artwork sold in perfect condition, not framed, ready to hang
with stretcher frame
Authenticity
Sold with certificate of Authenticity from the artist
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Signature
Hand-signed by artist
Dimensions ( cm • inch )
100 x 100 x 3 cm 39.4 x 39.4 x 1.2 inch Height x Width x Depth
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Independent artist
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Vetted seller since 2026
Description
A powerful presence emerges from a backdrop of blurred urban light. The composition focuses on a female figure defined by sharp lines and deep shadows. Her gaze is direct and unwavering. It commands the viewer's attention with a quiet intensity.
The palette relies on moody contrasts. Deep navy tones in the tailoring clash with the pale luminosity of the skin. Soft, golden bokeh effects flicker in the distance, suggesting a nocturnal city setting.
The brushwork is deliberate and rhythmic. It balances precision in the facial features with a more fluid, gestural approach to the clothing. This tension mirrors the artist's exploration of identity and subjectivity.
Each layer of paint adds emotional depth. The artwork captures a moment of introspection amidst a chaotic environment. It explores the duality between the public persona and the private self.
The lighting emphasizes the structural elegance of the face. High contrast creates a dramatic chiaroscuro effect. This technical choice reinforces the feeling of solitude and strength. The narrative concludes in the subtle detail of a single button on a dark blazer.
Presentation
The nomadic subject that I propose is a figure that emphasizes the need to act at the same time at the level of identity, subjectivity and differences. These are different demands that correspond to different practices. Multiplicity appears in a sequence deployed in several layers in which even contradictions can find their place
Elsa Gárate's life trajectory has always been linked to the world of art. After several exhibitions in Malaga from a young age, she moved to Barcelona where she studied art history at the University of Barcelona, graphic design and illustration, after which she combined the creation of her artistic work with her dedication to the work of advertising art director and creative director in fashion agencies.
In 2010 she set up her studio in Malaga where she now focuses on her artistic creation. Her works have been exhibited in national and international galleries and her work is part of numerous private collections in Europe and the United States.
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