Sara Golish, in my opinion epitomizes an artist with a distinct, and extremely unique style. This style has gained her popularity in the past years and cannot be mistaken for the work of another. According to Sara's online biography posted to her website, she is a Canadian visual artist who specializes in portrait and figurative drawings. Her style embodies the spirit of women and breathes new life into each portrait. From my research of her, I am led to believe that females are her preferred subject. She currently has two completed drawing collections;
Sundust and
Moondust. Each woman is drawn with an elongated neck, thin almond eyes (sans the pupils), chiselled cheekbones, naturally textured hair, and is adorned with either jewellery or patterns very reminiscent of war paint (sometimes a mixture of both). Both collections highlight the beauty and exoticness of African women.
Moondust
This series, as stated on
Sara's blog is her salute to Afro-futurism and naturally textured hair women Afro-futurism, defined by Womack 2012 is
"...the growing artistic movement and critiques that followed narratives of people of African descent in a sci-fi, futuristic treaties."
She is inspired by music of the 70's and 80's, futuristic and retro influences. None of the portraits are actually persons and the eyes are meant to give an otherworldly feel.
-S.R
All images belong to Sara Golish
I really love this artist's style. It reminds me of African art. The long necks and the accessories on the portraits - so Africa inspired. You really have an eye for finding beautiful and unique art styles!
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