Pass me my vape, I‘m feeling sick, I need to take a Piaf, 2023

This artwork captures a close-up portrait of a woman with a determined gaze, as she stares into the distance. Her features are nothing short of dramatic, with those fierce eyebrows, full lips, and hair styled in a way that exudes eccentricity. She...

This artwork captures a close-up portrait of a woman with a determined gaze, as she stares into the distance. Her features are nothing short of dramatic, with those fierce eyebrows, full lips, and hair styled in a way that exudes eccentricity. She's a force to be reckoned with. Now, let's talk about that title: "Pass me my vape, I'm feeling sick, I need to take a Piaf." It's a lyrical twist inspired by Lana Del Rey's "Taco Truck x VB." Instead of "puff," I've used "Piaf," a nod to the iconic French singer Édith Piaf. This substitution serves to emphasize the resemblance between the woman in the image and the legendary Piaf, both sharing an aura of unyielding determination and charisma. The colors here play a big role. We're talking pastel shades that start with gentle pinks caressing her skin, melt into soft lilacs that define her presence, and then deepen into dark violets that set the mood. It's like a journey through Lana's music, from the dreamy to the soulful. In this painting we're diving into Lana Del Rey's world of determination, mystery, and charisma. It's about capturing that Lana and Édith essence and bringing it to life on canvas, making you feel like you're in one of her songs.