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A childhood classic, Little Red Riding Hood from the Brothers Grimm tells the story of a sweet young girl who has been sent on an errand by her mother, here she is shown in her signature red cloak against a blue background of a full moon right before she meets the wolf that distracts her and slow her down, pointing out the flowers her grandmother would enjoy. This painting has a delicate blurred brushwork and a jewel-like effect palette.

This portrayal of her in a pop surrealist manner captures the intense glance of someone who is surprised yet intrigued by the viewer, her sharp facial features make reference to the strength and power needed to face the wolf, defining her character. She is presented to the viewer in a royal pose showing her irreverence mixed with a sensuality that contrasts with the fragile nature of this character, her pose is framed by a full moon landscape that is often related to the mythology of the wolf. The contrast between the red of her cloak and the...

Tiago Azevedo is a painter and architect who was born in the Azores Islands amongst the mystique of the fog and fantastic landscapes that stimulate creativity and inspiration. Upon his graduation as an architect, he worked in Portugal and Germany, completing important projects including the restoration of the Bayerischer Hof Hotel in Munich. Even though painting has always been his passion and driving force, his understanding of form and proportion led him to follow his true passion for painting and turn it into a career. Since discovering the value of pursuing his dreams, he has participated in numerous exhibitions in cities all over the world and has won the respect of the public, as well as international art critics. Tiago has...