Femme 1

n Haleh Mashian’s painting, “Femme 1”, a forward-facing female figure emerges amidst sweeping, gestural brushstrokes rendered in ethereal white. The dynamic movement of these strokes evokes a rhythmic sensation for some observers. Notably, the artist’s distinctive approach extends to the unique materials employed in the piece. Through a meticulous process, she has not only scraped away sections of paint but also stained the wood beneath, creating an intriguing resemblance to human flesh. This technique potentially unveils a profound symbolism, suggesting a revelation of shared humanity beneath layers that typically obscure our inner selves—a poignant exploration of what connects us beyond the superficial divisions.

About the artist

As a painter and creative expressionist, Mashian's abstract works reveal her appreciation of color theory, compositional form, and studying positive and negative space. Working in mixed media and using various techniques from collage to impasto, a repeated layering and application of paint, Mashian's dynamic pieces range from smaller artworks that can be arranged together to large-scale paintings. Her large-paneled paintings have been exhibited nationally in Los Angeles, Miami, and other art enclaves and are included in private collections in the United States and abroad.