Autoportrait encompasses a collection of wall installations featuring enigmatic creatures that are a blend of both vertebrate and plant life – peacock-magnolias.

Throughout history of art, portraiture has held a distinct and codified status, symbolizing the social stature of its subjects. A full-length portrait, for instance, was a symbol of power, emphasizing the subject’s attire and possessions. Within this genre, self-portraits often reveal aspects of the subject’s character and intimacy, carefully chosen by the artist. In the contemporary milieu, selfies have emerged as the dominant rejuvenation of this time-honored tradition.

In Autoportrait de Couple, two peacocks create an illusion of romantic partnership. One confidently displays its splendid tail, engaging in a courtship dance that sends ripples of magnolia blossoms suspended in mid-air, injecting a sense of fluidity into the composition. The second peacock moves gracefully ahead of its partner, its long azure tail trailing behind like an elegant ribbon.