Coming Apart 2022

Martine Johanna's "Coming Apart" (2022) is a captivating portrait that explores the complexities of the human psyche. The artist's signature hyperrealistic style is evident in the meticulous detail and lifelike depiction of the subject, whose face is partially obscured by her hand. The juxtaposition of the warm, radiant tones illuminating the foreground with the cool, shadowy hues of the background creates a sense of internal conflict and emotional distance. This interplay of light and shadow reinforces the work's central theme of separation and the struggle for self-discovery. The haunting gaze of the subject invites viewers to contemplate the mysteries of the human mind.