Untamed
#004
Rising She The Series
In Untamed, the painting presents a powerful and intimate portrayal of Her vulnerability and defiance. The composition focuses on her crossed legs, positioned deliberately with her ankles intertwined, while the upper body remains obscured in shadow. The darkness surrounding her torso contrasts sharply with the delicacy of her exposed feet, hands holding her knees in a gesture of quiet strength. She is both vulnerable and resolute, caught in a moment of decision.
Her feet—bare and grounded—are the focal point, showing the intricacies of her toes, soles, and arches, all rendered in precise, layered lines. The delicate details of her legs are drawn with the same abstract minimalism that characterizes the series, accentuating both the fragility and power inherent in the human form. Though seemingly vulnerable, her posture speaks of a quiet but firm refusal to be controlled by whatever circumstances may be unfolding in her life.
The presence of an engagement ring on her finger suggests an underlying tension within a relationship—an inner conflict between personal autonomy and external expectations. This small, symbolic detail becomes a contrast to her physical stance, as if the ring represents both a promise and a potential restraint.
Untamed explores the delicate balance between commitment and personal freedom, a moment of defiance against the constraints of love or life’s expectations. Through the use of shadow and light, the painting speaks to the complexities of the self, capturing a powerful yet intimate decision: to say no, to step back, and to reclaim control over one’s own path, despite the darkness or pressure that may surround her.
Untamed explores the delicate balance between commitment and personal freedom, a moment of defiance against the constraints of love or life’s expectations. Through the use of shadow and light, the painting speaks to the complexities of the self, capturing a powerful yet intimate decision: to say no, to step back, and to reclaim control over one’s own path, despite the darkness or pressure that may surround her.
The viewer is left in a state of quiet uncertainty, unsure of the path she has chosen, as the ambiguity of her posture evokes a sense of contemplation.
ON SALE
Title: Untamed
ID: 004
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
Featured Work
Silence #010
1×1 m, oil on canvas
Restrain #009
1×1 m, oil on canvas
Resilience #008
1×1 m, oil on canvas
Solace #001
1×1 m, oil on canvas
Untamed #004
1×1 m, oil on canvas
Betrayal #006
1×1 m, oil on canvas
Loyalty #003
1×1 m, oil on canvas
Balance #011
1×1 m, oil on canvas
Stillness #005
1×1 m, oil on canvas
Confidence #002
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Afterglow #007
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Unbound #012
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Rising She: Embodying Resilience
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.
Through symbolic and minimalist lines and shapes, Dorian’s works contrast past limitations with the evolving, diverse identities of the present, inviting viewers to reflect on the beauty, strength, and ever-changing essence of femininity. Each piece becomes a journey through these layered narratives, symbolizing different attributes or emotions of a woman, capturing the profound transformation of the evolving self across time.
By incorporating roses and ropes in select works, this series delves into the dualities of femininity—beauty and pain, freedom and constraint, love and loss. The roses, with their delicate petals and sharp thorns, embody the intricate balance between allure and sacrifice, a testament to the silent struggles endured by women throughout history. The ropes, on the other hand, speak of societal and personal limitations—ties that bind, restrict, or even protect, reflecting the tension between individuality and external expectations.
Together, these elements weave a poignant narrative of resilience and vulnerability, inviting the viewer to explore the complex layers of contemporary womanhood. Each painting becomes a space where fragility and strength find their voice, inviting us to reflect on the boundaries of freedom and the resilience required to transcend them.