The Traces of You, 2024

by Nikita Ares

On view during the Fall, 2024 exhibition season. Visit our Artist Profile for more about Nikita's work and practice.

This artwork blends acrylic and oil pastel on canvas, set against a vibrant mural backdrop. The swirling purples and dynamic brushstrokes suggest fleeting moments and lingering memories, capturing the essence of presence and absence. The title reflects the subtle imprints we leave behind, with the abstract forms embodying the emotional and energetic traces that shape our connections.

Medium: Acrylic and oil pastel on canvas

Dimensions: 32x44 in.

Nikita Ares is a Seattle-based painter originally from Cagayan de Oro, Philippines, who received her BFA from Cornish College of the Arts in 2018. Her work, deeply rooted in the symbiosis between movement and energy, explores the intricate relationship between these forces. Through her use of traditional and modern techniques in painting and drawing, she captures the vibrations and dynamics of people, objects, and nature. Her intention is to depict the bond between the flow of energy and the chaos of movement, inviting viewers to expand their awareness.