Ethereal Paintings of Women Explore What It Means To Be Human and Connected to Nature [Interview]
When considering the portraitโs place in art history, most would consider it within the purview of the Old Masters. Artist Alexandra Manukyan is reimagining this narrative, resurrecting classical techniques through contemporary frameworks. Born in Armenia and now based in Los Angeles, Manukyan primarily paints portraits of women, rendered with a vivid color palette and rich textures. Manukyanโs style is certainly inspired by classical portraiture, but not without a twist.