Melisandre – Portrait

Melisandre – Portrait by Virginie Martin Blaise is an oil painting that explores character and atmosphere through a dramatic, cinematic approach to portraiture.

The face emerges from a dark background, shaped by strong contrasts of light and shadow. The luminous skin tones and piercing gaze draw the viewer’s attention, while the restrained palette reinforces the sense of mystery surrounding the figure.

Inspired by a fictional character interpreted through a contemporary figurative lens, this portrait emphasizes presence and intensity. The intimate scale enhances the emotional charge of the image, inviting close engagement with the subject.