Exploring the Feminine Grotesque Through Art and Emotion

Figurative Paintings and Ceramic Sculptures of Melancholic Reflection

Artistic Exploration

Delving into the feminine grotesque through melancholic artistic expressions.

A modern, minimalist sculpture of a seated figure, holding an object, is positioned in an open public space. Behind the sculpture stands a contemporary glass and concrete building with large windows and a flat roof.
A modern, minimalist sculpture of a seated figure, holding an object, is positioned in an open public space. Behind the sculpture stands a contemporary glass and concrete building with large windows and a flat roof.
Feminine Grotesque

Exploring body and nature through contemporary art forms.

A sculpture composed of small, textured blocks forms a human figure in a seated, contemplative pose. The sculpture is placed in a modern, open indoor space with blurred background elements including abstract art, plants, and contemporary furnishings.
A sculpture composed of small, textured blocks forms a human figure in a seated, contemplative pose. The sculpture is placed in a modern, open indoor space with blurred background elements including abstract art, plants, and contemporary furnishings.
A contemporary metal sculpture of a seated figure appears amidst cascading waterfalls. The sculpture, painted in blue, has an abstract design with fragmented and angular features. Lush green foliage in the background adds a natural setting to the scene.
A contemporary metal sculpture of a seated figure appears amidst cascading waterfalls. The sculpture, painted in blue, has an abstract design with fragmented and angular features. Lush green foliage in the background adds a natural setting to the scene.
A monochromatic sculpture with a rough texture, depicting an abstract human figure. The contours suggest a seated posture, with the form appearing weathered and textured.
A monochromatic sculpture with a rough texture, depicting an abstract human figure. The contours suggest a seated posture, with the form appearing weathered and textured.
Melancholic Themes

Layering emotions and aesthetics in figurative paintings and sculptures.

Artistic Journey

Exploring the feminine grotesque through melancholic themes in contemporary art and ceramics.

Integrating body and nature.

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Creative Artistic Process

Maia Stark

Ongoing since 2015

Creating layered works that evoke emotional connections to body and nature.

Artistic Exploration

Ceramic Sculptures

Exhibited since 2018

Focusing on themes of melancholy and the abject body in art.

A highly reflective, metallic sculpture featuring an intricately designed human figure with curly hair, draped in flowing garments. The sculpture appears to be suspended or floating and exhibits an abstract fusion of classical and modern elements.
A highly reflective, metallic sculpture featuring an intricately designed human figure with curly hair, draped in flowing garments. The sculpture appears to be suspended or floating and exhibits an abstract fusion of classical and modern elements.

Feminine Grotesque

Exploring melancholic themes through contemporary art and figurative sculptures.

A modern sculpture of elongated human figures, seemingly merging together, stands outdoors against a backdrop of a futuristic building with a smooth, metallic surface. The sculpture is made of a glossy, bronze-like material and is positioned on a minimalist plinth on a paved surface. The sky is bright and partly cloudy.
A modern sculpture of elongated human figures, seemingly merging together, stands outdoors against a backdrop of a futuristic building with a smooth, metallic surface. The sculpture is made of a glossy, bronze-like material and is positioned on a minimalist plinth on a paved surface. The sky is bright and partly cloudy.
A modern and abstract sculpture stands in an outdoor urban setting. The sculpture is crafted from a dark material, possibly bronze, and depicts a stylized human figure with an elongated form. In the background, there are unique cubical houses featuring geometric windows and differing shades of beige, brown, and green. The contrast between the art piece and the architectural elements creates an intriguing visual composition.
A modern and abstract sculpture stands in an outdoor urban setting. The sculpture is crafted from a dark material, possibly bronze, and depicts a stylized human figure with an elongated form. In the background, there are unique cubical houses featuring geometric windows and differing shades of beige, brown, and green. The contrast between the art piece and the architectural elements creates an intriguing visual composition.
A minimalist sculpture of a figure is positioned against a blurry background of greenery and architectural elements. The figure appears to be stylized and abstract, possibly made from metal or similar material, standing on a pedestal.
A minimalist sculpture of a figure is positioned against a blurry background of greenery and architectural elements. The figure appears to be stylized and abstract, possibly made from metal or similar material, standing on a pedestal.
A large, abstract sculpture depicting a humanoid figure with exaggerated features, including large ears and prominent facial markings. The sculpture has a rustic, weathered appearance with muted colors, and it stands outdoors against a backdrop of trees and a partially obscured building under construction.
A large, abstract sculpture depicting a humanoid figure with exaggerated features, including large ears and prominent facial markings. The sculpture has a rustic, weathered appearance with muted colors, and it stands outdoors against a backdrop of trees and a partially obscured building under construction.
woman wearing yellow long-sleeved dress under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

Maia's art beautifully captures the melancholic essence of the feminine grotesque through stunning figurative paintings.

Emily Rose

A modern sculpture composed of stacked, abstract, wavy stone slabs creating a human-like form. The sculpture is set against a backdrop of a glass and metal building with warm interior lights visible through the windows.
A modern sculpture composed of stacked, abstract, wavy stone slabs creating a human-like form. The sculpture is set against a backdrop of a glass and metal building with warm interior lights visible through the windows.

The layers in Maia's work evoke deep emotions, inviting reflection on the body and nature's connection.

James Lee

A close-up view of a metal sculpture depicting a human figure in motion. The figure's body appears muscular and detailed, with an expressive posture suggesting movement or action. The sculpture's texture is rough and metallic.
A close-up view of a metal sculpture depicting a human figure in motion. The figure's body appears muscular and detailed, with an expressive posture suggesting movement or action. The sculpture's texture is rough and metallic.
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