Hiones (XX-XXI) - Obsession XL

Collector's Item.
100% hand-painted on cotton canvas.
Artwork shipped unframed, in a DHL Express expedition tube.
Accompanied by a COA, certificate of authenticity signed by the artist.

Obsession explores the intensity of desire and how certain stimuli can progressively occupy the space of our perception. The central figure appears fragmented between different visual languages, in a composition where the realism of the face contrasts with geometric patterns, inflatable shapes, and graphic interventions inspired by urban culture.

The repetition of elements, the overlaps, and the absence of a single reading point create a sense of tension and excess. The figure's gaze establishes a direct relationship with the viewer, while the other elements seem to compete for attention, reflecting the insistent and engaging character of an obsession.

The palette dominated by oranges, reds, ochres, and blacks intensifies the emotional atmosphere of the work. The warm colors suggest desire, energy, and attraction, while the dark areas introduce a more unsettling and introspective dimension.

The geometric language functions as a kind of mental structure that fragments the image and interferes with figurative representation. On top of this structure arise spontaneous gestures, lines, and shapes that reference graffiti and urban expression, establishing a dialogue between control and impulse.

Obsession thus represents the moment when attraction ceases to be just a sensation and comes to dominate perception — when what we desire becomes impossible to ignore.

About Hione

Hione is a plastic artist from Porto who, since 2013, has used graffiti as his main form of expression. With a visual language marked by vibrant colors and defined shapes, his work reflects a strong connection to urban culture. Throughout his career, he has developed a unique style that blends graffiti, contemporary art, illustration, and graphic design. He presents his works in public and private contexts, with the aim of provoking reflection and inspiring. Today he continues to explore new figurative approaches and deepen the impact of his art on the surrounding space.