The Mirror Theatre

Or dreams of the person who read too much of Márquez. 2011 70х80 oil on canvas, sand, mirror.

This is the case when the material and texture determine the content of the work. Depending on the standpoint and lighting, one can see different changes even in composition. Characters’ eyes will shine with heavenly light, or will look at you with your eyes’ reflection. The candle light will make the room cozy and intimate, or the light in the mirror will make it sink in the darkness. Or, perhaps, there we will see a glimpse of the real world and we will finally realize that it was just a dream.