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Embrace
by Kristina Carroll
Embrace
Graphite on Paper
9″ x 12″
$400
“Embrace” was the result of an exploratory study for a painting that I fell in love with and decided to see through as a standalone piece.
I often explore themes of forbidden knowledge and creation myths in my work, with the snake being the symbol I’m most drawn to. So when I stumbled upon this unused photo from a model shoot I had done years ago, it wasn’t hard to immediately see a snake gently woven into the woman’s arms. I loved the way her gesture could be read as a protectiveness both of herself but also the snake- almost like a mother and child. There’s a lot to unpack with this one, and I’m far from done exploring.
I will likely play with several more iterations before taking the idea to a large, colorful and more complex oil painting; but I think there’s an elegance and softness to the graphite that gives the drawing something special all on its own and worth sharing.
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Kristina Carroll
Kristina graduated from the School of Visual Arts in NYC and she has been recognized nationally for her work both in illustration and fine art. Some achievements include a Bronze medal from the Society of Illustrators L.A., inclusion in the Spectrum Fantastic Art annuals and as a finalist in the Art Renewal Center Salon. Clients include Wizards of the Coast, IDW and Realms of Fantasy. Her work has been exhibited in Museums and Galleries across the country.
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