Featured image: Rhythm, Alexis Kyriak, 2018, acrylic on canvas, 42 x 38 in. / 106.68 x 96.52 cm.
Alexis Kyriak's diverse body of work, ranging from lush landscapes to abstracted forms, showcases a profound mastery over both acrylic and pastel mediums.
Alexis Kyriak is an artist known for her vibrant use of acrylics and pastels to explore themes of freedom, everyday beauty, and human emotion in her paintings.
Her artworks, "Bathing," "Dessert," and "Unfettered Wings," reflect a unique artistic narrative that intertwines human emotion with the ethereal and the everyday, presenting viewers with a rich tapestry of visual and emotional depth.
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"Bathing" (2017):
Bathing, Alexis Kyriak, 2017, acrylic on canvas, 36 x 42 in. / 91.44 x 106.68 cm.
"Bathing" is a striking piece by Alexis Kyriak that employs acrylic on canvas to depict a figure with angelic wings in a dark, fluid environment. The contrast between the soft, glowing form of the figure and the ominous, shadowy background evokes a sense of mysticism and vulnerability. Kyriak's use of light and texture brings the ethereal subject to life, making it appear as though the figure is emerging from the darkness, symbolizing perhaps, a rebirth or a cleansing.
"Dessert" (2008):
Dessert, Alexis Kyriak, 2008, pastel on paper, 26 x 22 in. / 66.04 x 55.88 cm.
"Dessert," rendered in pastels on paper, is an intimate portrayal of everyday objects that exudes warmth and nostalgia. Kyriak's soft, rounded forms and the rich, earthy tones she employs imbue the still life with a tactile quality that invites the viewer to reach out and touch. The composition, focusing on the simplicity and beauty of the dessert, reflects a celebration of the mundane, highlighting Kyriak’s ability to find and express joy in simple pleasures.
"Unfettered Wings" (2010):
Unfettered Wings, Alexis Kyriak, 2010, acrylic on canvas, 45 x 38 in. / 114.3 x 96.52 cm.
"Unfettered Wings" is a dynamic acrylic painting that captures the essence of freedom and the powerful beauty of nature. The expansive wings, painted with a vivid array of colors against a stark, dark backdrop, symbolize liberation and the boundless possibilities of the spirit. Kyriak’s technique, featuring bold strokes and contrasting textures, creates a sense of movement and transformation that is both inspiring and deeply evocative.
Alexis Kyriak’s paintings are compelling narratives captured in color and form, offering a visual feast that spans the realms of the realistic and the fantastic. Through her works "Bathing," "Dessert," and "Unfettered Wings," she invites viewers into a world where the boundaries of imagination are limitless, and the beauty of the human experience is celebrated in every brushstroke. Kyriak continues to enchant and engage with her skillful blend of the ethereal and the earthly.
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Waves, Alexis Kyriak, 2021, acrylic on canvas, 38 x 32 in. / 96.52 x 81.28 cm.
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