With a Little Cupid in his Hands

In "With a Little Cupid in his Hands," Lilit Soghomonyan presents a visual narrative that is as tender as it is evocative. The mixed media artwork, measuring a delicate 12 by 8 inches, is a recent addition to her oeuvre, dated 2023, and continues to showcase her mastery of contemporary, figurative style.Soghomonyan employs an economy of line and color to create a composition that is simultaneously intimate and universal. The central figure, rendered with a minimalist touch, holds a smaller form—Cupid, the mythological harbinger of love. The interplay between the figures is not just physical but deeply emotional, their bond conveyed through the gentle curvature of lines and the soft, almost imperceptible blend of hues.The choice of mixed media adds a tactile depth to the piece, with the paper's texture playing a significant role in the overall experience. The use of stark black lines outlines the forms, while smudges of grey and bursts of yellow suggest a dynamism that is both controlle