Curatorial Review: This artwork reimagines the figure of Marilyn Monroe in a monochromatic palette, dramatically contrasted by the vivid red of her lips. The artist captures the duality between the star’s public image and the quiet stillness of a figure frozen in time. Delicate lines and soft shading evoke an ethereal presence, while the striking red becomes a symbol of desire, voice, and power. This piece invites the viewer to look beyond the icon—to the silence behind the myth.
Artist Statement: This piece was born from my fascination with the contrast between public adoration and personal stillness. Marilyn Monroe, often seen as the ultimate symbol of glamour, also carried an aura of solitude beneath her image. I chose a monochromatic approach to strip away distractions and let her essence speak, while the red lips remain—bold, present, almost defiant. Through this portrait, I wanted to explore the silence that fame often hides, and honor the woman behind the icon.
