Not Fair!

Acrylic and marker on canvas.

18x24"

The painting "Not Fair" by Sima captures the emotional tension of a love triangle, depicted through acrylic and marker on canvas. In the piece, a couple stands closely together, their bodies intertwined, showing intimacy and connection. They are the focal point, glowing with warmth and harmony, with bold, sweeping brushstrokes that emphasize the unity between them. The third person, left behind in this emotional landscape, is isolated, subtly separated from the couple. Perhaps this figure is painted with cooler tones, suggesting a sense of longing, hurt, or abandonment. Sima might use stark lines or markers to delineate the third person’s presence, making them appear more distant or fragmented in contrast to the couple’s closeness. The space between the two figures and the third could be heightened, amplifying the feeling of exclusion or unfairness.

The use of acrylic allows for rich color contrasts and textured layers, while the markers might bring in sharp, defining lines that create tension. The composition itself, possibly asymmetrical, could be a visual representation of the imbalance or injustice the third person feels in the triangle. Overall, the painting encapsulates the turmoil, the beauty of love, and the pain of being left behind.