Self portrait in the studio 

Valeria Duca’s “Self Portrait in the Studio” is a contemporary painting that explores the artist's creative space. The image depicts a young woman, likely the artist herself, seated in a yellow armchair against a muted background. The artist is partially clothed, wearing black trousers and white socks, suggesting a sense of casual intimacy within her workspace. The presence of loose papers scattered on the floor, possibly sketches or drawings, hints at the artist's creative process and ongoing exploration of self-portraiture. This work is a striking example of contemporary figurative painting that explores themes of identity, vulnerability, and the artist's studio as a space for self-expression.