"Cranberry"

Drawing with the mouse, 2023.
This image can also be found as an NFT.

An unusual mix of a female portrait and wings that envelop the image.

This digital drawing presents a striking, stylized portrait created with a computer mouse, emphasizing bold contrast and expressive simplicity. The composition centers on a female figure in profile, her face turned gently to the side, eyes closed or softly lowered, conveying calm confidence and introspection. Her vivid red hair flows diagonally across the image, becoming the dominant visual element and guiding the viewer’s eye through the composition. The red is intense and deliberate, standing in powerful contrast against the stark black-and-white background.

The figure’s facial features are minimal yet elegant, defined by clean lines and carefully placed curves. Her red lips echo the color of her hair, reinforcing cohesion and visual rhythm. The use of flat color blocks instead of shading gives the image a graphic, poster-like quality, while the precise linework highlights control and intention despite the limitations of mouse drawing.

Behind the figure, abstract textures and leaf-like motifs fill the background. Dense black scribbles, diagonal hatching, and scattered organic shapes create depth and tension, balancing the smooth clarity of the subject. These elements suggest movement, growth, or an emotional undercurrent, contrasting with the stillness of the figure’s pose.

A sword-like form appears behind the character, adding a symbolic layer that hints at strength, resilience, or inner conflict. Its sharp geometry contrasts with the soft curves of the face and hair, reinforcing a theme of duality.

Overall, the artwork demonstrates how limited tools can still produce expressive, impactful imagery. The confident color choices, strong composition, and symbolic elements combine to create a visually powerful piece that feels both modern and timeless, reflecting determination, elegance, and inner strength through graphic simplicity.