Elizabeth Radkova

I work primarily with the human figure as a way of exploring internal states rather than external likeness. My figures are often distorted or simplified, allowing emotion, tension, and psychological presence to take precedence over realism.
Color and form are used symbolically to suggest inner pressure, vulnerability, and moments of emotional containment. Rather than depicting specific individuals, the works function as studies of shared mental and emotional conditions.
I work with mixed media and pastel on paper, valuing directness and material sensitivity. The visible marks and layered surfaces are an important part of the work, reinforcing a sense of immediacy and emotional presence.