The painting comes with a certificate of authenticity. "Self Spectrum IV" continues the exploration of identity as an energetic and psychological landscape. A shadowed human silhouette dissolves into flowing layers of luminous color, suggesting the unseen forces that shape our inner world. The liquid forms and vivid contrasts evoke the movement of emotions, memories, and subconscious impulses. Rather than defining the figure through facial features, the painting reveals identity as something fluid, an interplay of darkness, light, and internal transformation. Through this abstract figurative language, the work invites the viewer to reflect on the shifting nature of the self: a presence constantly evolving between introspection and expression. If you'd like to see more of my work and follow my process, you can find me here: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@IacobThePainter TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@iacobthepainter About the artist: Iacob Mircea holds both a BA and an MA in Painting, and is currently in the final year of his PhD in Painting, all completed with merit scholarships. His artistic path reflects a wide professional range, from having his studio at the Palace of Culture in Ploiești to engaging in international projects in New York, including a partnership with Ralph Lauren. He has presented numerous solo exhibitions in Romania and abroad, participating both individually and as part of the academic group of the National University of Arts in Bucharest.