Inés Silvalde, You Can Look, Oil on Canvas, 2018

"You Can Look" (2018) is a vibrant oil on canvas by Spanish painter Inés Silvalde, measuring 20 x 25 x 3.5 cm. This piece marks the beginning of her series Influencers de Taberna and showcases the artist’s first explorations with color and texture in a radically experimental way. Inspired by a casual photograph taken during a festive gathering, the composition captures a spontaneous moment while transforming it into a visual narrative that challenges traditional pictorial codes. The interplay of bold, saturated hues and dynamic brushstrokes creates a textured surface that conveys both immediacy and depth. Silvalde’s innovative approach in "You Can Look" establishes the foundations for her ongoing investigation into the language of painting, where everyday moments become vehicles for broader commentary on identity, social interaction, and the fleeting nature of human experience. About the Artist: Inés Silvalde Videla is a multidisciplinary artist whose work focuses on the exploration of the human figure, particularly the female form, as a medium for introspection and emotional resonance. with a degree in Fine Arts from the University of Vigo and training in interior design at the Pablo Picasso School of A Coruña, her artistic approach combines traditional painting techniques with a contemporary sensibility. Her works, including series such as Dear Diary (2023) and Taberna Influencers (2018), have been showcased in prominent venues, reflecting her ability to merge technical skill with conceptual depth. Keywords: Inés Silvalde, 2018, oil on canvas, contemporary art, figurative painting, Influencers de Taberna, bold colors, textured painting, experimental techniques, identity, social interaction