Entwined

Leigh Salgado

19.25 x 13.5”

Hand-cut paper & acrylic

A delicate tension between elegance and entrapment defines “Entwined”, a piece that evokes both intimacy and constraint. The intricately laced black fabric twists and knots upon itself, forming an abstract composition that speaks to the complexities of connection—both emotional and physical. The fine lace, adorned with floral motifs, suggests a sense of refinement, yet its tangled arrangement disrupts any notion of simplicity or ease.

The interwoven straps and clasps create a visual language of interdependence, where the elements appear bound together in an intricate, almost inescapable embrace. Shadows and negative space play a crucial role, emphasizing the contrast between openness and enclosure, softness and restriction. There is an undeniable sensuality to the work, yet beneath its surface lies a deeper exploration of the delicate balance between freedom and surrender.

Through “Entwined”, the viewer is invited to reflect on relationships—how they intertwine, support, and sometimes constrict. It is a meditation on the beauty found in complexity, where the boundaries between liberation and entanglement blur into something deeply human.