FORGETTING IS IMPOSSIBLE, RETURNING IS UNFEASIBLE (2024) Painting by Sofia Markina

Acrylic on Linen Canvas, 31.5x19.7 in
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  • Original Artwork (One Of A Kind) Painting, Acrylic / Marker on Linen Canvas
  • Dimensions Height 31.5in, Width 19.7in
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  • Categories Paintings under $5,000 Figurative Love
On an emerald background, a vibrant and symbolic scene unfolds, depicting six characters, each embodying different aspects of life. At the bottom, on a blooming meadow, a couple dances: he in a red leotard, she in blue. Young and beautiful, they are passionately in love, their movements filled with energy and joy. The figures are stylized with bold [...]
On an emerald background, a vibrant and symbolic scene unfolds, depicting six characters, each embodying different aspects of life. At the bottom, on a blooming meadow, a couple dances: he in a red leotard, she in blue. Young and beautiful, they are passionately in love, their movements filled with energy and joy. The figures are stylized with bold lines and bright colors, creating a sense of dynamism and life.

Surrounding the dancers is a peculiar forest, where delicate moths flit among the branches, adding a touch of magic and lightness to the composition. Just above the couple are unusual figures of a goat and a bison, symbolizing the fears and trials encountered on everyone’s journey. These characters appear powerful, their presence contrasting with the tenderness of the dancers.

Above the entire scene hover two faces—one male and one female. They are so close that they cannot be separated; they are one. Their gray hair swirls in an intricate pattern and shimmers with a golden haze, symbolizing wisdom and the journey traveled. Life has flown by too quickly; this feeling permeates the entire composition.

The painting conveys a philosophical thought: life is like a work of art, where youth represents bright colors, old age signifies deep meaning, and love is eternal inspiration. The journey from the joy of youth to the wisdom of old age reflects the fleeting nature of time and the eternity of love, creating an image of the marvelous cycle of life.

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Sofia Markina, a candidate of technical sciences and a retired associate professor with 40 years of experience, has always found joy in creativity throughout her life. Although her primary career was deeply rooted [...]

Sofia Markina, a candidate of technical sciences and a retired associate professor with 40 years of experience, has always found joy in creativity throughout her life. Although her primary career was deeply rooted in science, she consistently and joyfully engaged in knitting, creating models, and selecting patterns. She crafted dresses, bags, swimsuits, and hats, infusing her daily life with creativity on a practical level.
Until recently, painting was a closed door for her. An art teacher once told her in school, "This is not for you, girl," and she believed him. However, during the pandemic, she learned about right-brain drawing and decided to explore this new avenue. This exploration became a revelation for her: she completed several courses, attended the Rumak School, fell in love with acrylics, and hopes she has finally found her unique style. Despite lacking formal artistic education, she has participated in twelve exhibitions and an art tour of Baikal.
Sofia Markina is a contemporary Russian artist. In her works, she strives to capture the fleeting images of our short lives, their multilayered nature, and complexity. She explores how we perceive ourselves and see others. Her fantastical, collage-like narratives are full of vibrant color experiments. Technically, she creates rich compositions filled with numerous characters, allowing the viewer to feel and embody various situations.
Sofia invites the viewer to collaborate: one does not see with just the eyes but with the mind. She outlines the painting and gives hints through color, leaving space for interpretation. What the viewer sees will form their own story in their mind, if they choose to see, if they wish to engage, if they are able. This concept is reminiscent of an old Dadaist game: "Find it, understand it, piece together this puzzle in your mind."
The illusion of perception is a distorted evaluation of either a real or fantastical image, creating a discrepancy between what a person sees and what exists in reality. Each individual will be absolutely convinced of their own correctness and may fervently defend their viewpoint or, conversely, pass by indifferently, perhaps tired or preoccupied. However, it may be worth taking a closer look once more, and you might see an entirely different story.

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