Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller reclining f… Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller reclining f… Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller reclining f… Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller… — edge view Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller re… — detail Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a sma… — shown hanging
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Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller reclining f…
Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller reclining f…
Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller reclining f…
Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller… — edge view
Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a smaller re… — detail
Two distorted human figures painted in vivid pink and orange, with a larger arched figure leaning over a sma… — shown hanging
Painting by Bryan An

Tender Instinct

Oil, Canvas, Ready to hang

120cm (W) x 90cm (H) x 4cm (D)

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Artwork Description

Tender Instinct is an original contemporary acrylic painting exploring vulnerability, protection and emotional connection. Two expressive, animal-like figures lean towards one another, creating a scene that feels both tender and psychologically charged.

Influenced by human behaviour, body language and instinctive relationships, Bryan An uses elongated forms and energetic brushwork to express emotions that are difficult to communicate through words. The vivid pink, orange and yellow palette creates a powerful contrast against the structured geometric background.

This bold contemporary figurative artwork combines expressive abstraction with an open-ended narrative, allowing each viewer to interpret the relationship differently. With its vibrant colour, large-scale visual presence and distinctive imagery, Tender Instinct is a striking statement artwork for a contemporary home, creative workspace or art collection.

Original artwork by Sydney-based artist and 2026 Hornsby Art Prize finalist Bryan An

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Bryan An is a Sydney-based contemporary artist and a finalist in the 2026 Hornsby Art Prize. His paintings explore human emotion, identity and the subtle tensions within everyday life.

Formally trained in oil painting at the Tianjin Academy of Fine Arts, Bryan later developed an extensive career in film post-production, animation and art direction. These experiences continue to shape his distinctive visual language, particularly his strong compositions, dramatic use of colour and cinematic approach to storytelling.

Bryan’s paintings often place figures within psychologically charged or ambiguous settings. Rather than presenting a fixed narrative, he uses gesture, expression, symbolism and spatial tension to invite viewers to form their own interpretations. Familiar moments are transformed into scenes that feel both intimate and theatrical.

Working primarily in oil and acrylic, Bryan combines expressive brushwork with bold colour and carefully structured compositions. His practice moves between figurative painting, portraiture and contemporary narrative imagery.

Now living and working in Sydney, Bryan continues to develop a distinctive body of work informed by his cross-cultural experience and enduring interest in human behaviour, relationships and the private emotions beneath outward appearances.

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Bryan's studio is in Sydney, NSW Australia