Acrylic on canvas, stretched and ready to hang.

Signed on the back.

In crafting this piece, I've channelled vibrant expressionism with bold acrylics and energetic spray techniques, blending figuration with a pop art zest. The subject's dynamic pose and the splashes of colour capture a whimsical spirit, encapsulating a dance of joy and abandon. This painting is a testament to the thrill of life, inviting viewers into a world where emotion and art converge, adding a burst of life-affirming energy to any space. My work is derived from images from popular culture, and when I came across this image, I was reminded of the joy of getting married and the newfound excitement of wearing a beautiful gown to celebrate the beginning of a new life together with my husband. Although I’m a feminist I am also a romantic and believe in the feminine. My beautiful "doll" rises in the water towards her own reflection - seeing her own history - moving above and beyond.

The canvas is covered in Japanese Rice Paper to give a lovely texture that is akin to the movement on the surface of water. And, as with most of my paintings, I have painted in layers. The background using action painting (expressionistic) techniques - pouring, dripping, splashing paint and involving my body in the painting process rather than just the paint brush. The figure was created using contemporary art pop art techniques and stencils, and a further layer of hand painting brought the foreground and background together. My palette is colourful and uses strong contrasts to capture an uplifted mood. Mostly consisting of complementary colours, I have focused on using phthalo greens, blue and orange.

Professionally stretched, signed on the back, ready to hang and enjoy!