A Beautiful Fiction (Forest) AP 7/8 art00207394 The portrait gains depth from

The portrait gains depth from the innovative use of overlaid text across Marilyn's face

and universal optimism—hallmarks of Doug Hyde’s artistic journey towards conveying powerful messages through simple gestures

it evokes feelings of freedom and escape—urging one to set sail into new horizons

as it offers a glimpse into the playful and carefree moments of childhood on a day out at the seaside

interspersed with striking flashes of lilac and lavender that dance across the dark expanse like distant stars or bioluminescent creatures beneath the waves

A Beautiful Fiction (Forest) AP 7/8 art00207394 The portrait gains depth fromSize: 19 x 15 in.