Beneath the Smile

“Beneath the Smile” presents a striking digital portrait of a figure with a clown-like visage, rendered in a vivid palette of fuchsia, deep purple, and fiery orange. The eyes, wide and expressive, are accentuated by painted tears that streak down the cheeks, conveying a profound melancholy. Bold, textured lines and cross-hatching define the features, giving the digital artwork a raw, painterly quality. The composition focuses intensely on the face, drawing the viewer into its complex emotional landscape, where vibrant colors contrast with an underlying sorrow.

This contemporary portrait artwork explores identity, emotion, and the contrast between outward appearance and inner experience. Blending abstract portraiture with modern expressionism, the piece uses saturated colour, distortion, and layered textures to create a bold, emotionally charged composition. The clown motif becomes a powerful symbol of vulnerability, mental health, and hidden emotion.

Perfect for collectors seeking contemporary figurative art, expressive portraits, and statement wall art, Beneath the Smile suits modern interiors, creative workspaces, galleries, and office environments.

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The fine art print is individually signed on the front and produced using Giclée printing, the museum-standard process trusted by leading galleries worldwide. Archival pigment inks deliver exceptional colour depth, subtle tonal transitions, and long-lasting vibrancy.

Each print is produced in Australia on 310gsm Hahnemühle German Etching, a beautifully textured, velvety fine art paper renowned for its richness and detail. The tactile surface enhances depth and character, resulting in a refined, gallery-quality finish.

Prints are supplied unframed and carefully rolled in a protective tube for safe delivery.

Available Sizes & Editions

(30 x 30 cm) – Signed Limited Edition of 50 – $140
(50 x 50 cm) – Signed Limited Edition of 40 – $260
(70 x 70 cm) – Signed Limited Edition of 25 – $480
(90 x 90cm) – Signed Limited Edition of 15 – $720

If an artwork’s proportions do not match the selected standard print size, the image will be printed centred with a white border to maintain the correct proportions and avoid cropping.

Custom sizes are available upon request.

Free shipping within Australia.