Pink Panda 2021

Soey Milk’s ‘Pink Panda’, as yet undated, is like a portal into a pastel dream. The painting seems to have emerged layer by layer, with soft, diffused edges that blend the figure with the whimsical background. I imagine Soey Milk building this piece intuitively, letting the character's gaze guide her brush. The texture looks smooth, almost airbrushed, giving the painting a surreal, ethereal quality. And that pink hair! It’s not just a color; it's a statement, echoed in the playful pom-poms and cloud-like shapes. The subject’s serene expression and the delicate hand gestures give the painting an intimate feel. There’s a vulnerability here, too, reminiscent of classic portraiture but with a contemporary, almost kawaii twist. It’s like Soey Milk is in conversation with artists across time, adding her own playful, heartfelt voice to the mix. For me, this painting is about embracing the beauty of uncertainty, letting the unexpected guide you.