"Dual Faces of Being" By [S. TALAS] In this pared-down yet emotionally charged canvas, I explore the delicate interplay between presence and absence. Stark black forms emerge against a soft, pale backdrop—evoking two intertwined faces, or perhaps fragments of a shared being, that suggest both connection and duality. The bold shapes are deliberately simplified—geometric lines carve out eyes, arms, and silhouettes—hinting more than depicting. This approach is rooted in minimalist abstract art, which distills expression into elemental form, line, and contrast. Black, in this composition, serves as more than color—it is a presence, a depth, a conversation with the surrounding negative space. It anchors the forms while inviting viewers to perceive their own narratives within. Biography of the artist: Additional art courses Freelance artist Pezzi di me_original abstract painting Original abstract painting by S. TALAS Size: 100x80cm Medium: acrylics on cotton canvas Ready to hang: no, ships rolled and needs to be re-stretched by your local framer Signature: front and back Year: 2025 Finish: silky varnish with UV protection Shipping: in a packaged tube * Shipping extra large formats rolled is safer and more environmentally friendly than shipping ready-to-hang works. The canvas can be easily re-stretched by a framer at your location, which in most cases is even much cheaper than the increased transport costs for a ready-to-hang painting. All paintings are ROLLED (Unframed/Not stretched) • Artwork description: Figurative • Painting Size: 100 x 80cm, additional 2" inch on all sides for stretching the painting It should be drawn in another size, please contact with me Extra strong canvas, universal triple priming 100% cotton * Materials: acrylic painting, acrylic markers, acrylic pencil, acrylic varnish * Style: Abstract * Subject: Figurative * signed on the back by me * You can receive the painting rolled * the floater frame in the photo is only an example and is not included. NOTE: * The frame in the photo is for illustrative purposes only and is not included. The painting is sold unframed. ☛You can decide whether to frame the art or simply Have it stretched, it’s beautiful either way. ☛*Frame in photo not included. THIS PAINTING IS READY TO SHIP Thank you so much for taking interest in my work!