Loyalty
#003
Rising She The Series
In Loyalty, the painting captures a moment of deep affection and tenderness as She holds a dog in her arms, kissing it gently on the snout. Viewed from the side, they face each other, and her gesture is filled with warmth and love, reflecting the profound connection between them. The dog remains still, seemingly unaware of the exact nature of the moment but clearly feeling the depth of her affection.
Despite its stillness, the dog exudes a quiet sense of trust, sensing the love that surrounds it. When sadness or uncertainty overwhelms her, it is in these moments that She turns to this faithful companion, whose gentle presence anchors her and reminds her of the quiet strength that loyalty can offer. Her soft smile, a fleeting expression of peace, speaks to the comfort that comes from knowing she is not alone. The dog, though unaware of her inner world, mirrors the loyalty that grounds her, providing an unspoken refuge from the chaos of life.
Loyalty becomes a meditation on the quiet healing power of unconditional love—the kind that does not need to be spoken, but is felt deeply. It is in these moments of shared stillness that She finds the strength to face her struggles, a reminder that sometimes the greatest comfort lies in the most loyal of companions.
Loyalty becomes a meditation on the quiet healing power of unconditional love—the kind that does not need to be spoken, but is felt deeply. It is in these moments of shared stillness that She finds the strength to face her struggles, a reminder that sometimes the greatest comfort lies in the most loyal of companions.
ON SALE
Title: Loyalty
ID: 003
Series: Rising She
Artist: Dorian Sărmășan (SDO)
Original Artwork: Yes
Certificate of Authenticity: Included
Size: 1 x 1 m (39.4 x 39.4 inches)
Medium: Oil on Canvas
Technique: Brush & Knife
Year of Creation: 2024
Meet the Artist
Dorian Sarmasan
Dorian Sarmasan is an emerging painter, designer, and creative director whose work blends creativity with conceptual depth.
As a graduate of the Mastering Design Thinking program at MIT Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dorian brings a unique, interdisciplinary approach to his art, merging design, human centered innovation, and visual storytelling.
Dorian Sarmasan is an emerging painter, designer, and creative director whose work blends creativity with conceptual depth. As a graduate of the Mastering Design Thinking program at MIT, Dorian brings a unique, interdisciplinary approach to his art, merging design, human centered innovation, and visual storytelling.
On Display in March 8, 2025
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Rising She is a celebration of the modern woman—her resilience, transformation, and unparalleled complexity. The series delves into the intricate layers of femininity, each painting symbolizing the multifaceted roles and emotions that define contemporary female identity. These layers mirror the depth and intricacy of today’s women, whose lives are far more complex than those of women a century or even a few decades ago.
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