Native

This woman dressed like a tribal chief is enigmatic as shaped by the passage of time. Her western features and her jewels do not really match with the native american culture as if she had lived two different lives. Her obviously strong mind has been built by her tumultuous life.

Probably born of European parents, she now wears native american clothes as if it had always been intended for her. There is no doubt that, wherever she came from, this costume, this place were waiting for her. It was her destiny.

This painting is a nod to the historical sepia photographs from the 19th century through its background and the woman’s pose, while introducing modern, vibrant pop colors. Two cultures, two periods and both … Native.