My Mind In Your Reflections 

Tania Rivilis created this painting, “My Mind In Your Reflections," with visible brushstrokes of oil paint constructing a contemplative figure against a vibrant backdrop. The composition is striking; the figure, rendered in deep browns and umbers, is positioned to the right, contrasting with the bold, patterned orange and blue on the left. The texture is palpable, inviting the viewer to consider the materiality of paint itself. Rivilis destabilizes traditional portraiture by using the semiotic play of color and texture. The deep, earthy tones of the figure, created through layered brushstrokes, convey a sense of interiority and introspection, hinting at a psychological depth beneath the surface. The contrast with the patterned background functions as a signifier for external forces or perhaps the chaotic nature of thought itself. The title suggests a mirroring, an exchange of internal states, challenging the idea of a singular, fixed identity. The artwork acknowledges that art isn’t about fixed meanings but is an ongoing dialogue between the artwork, the artist, and the viewer.