Coal painting Crybaby Yulia Lihina

"Crybaby" by Yulia Lihina: A Portrait of Rebellion and Emotion

Artistic Overview

"Crybaby" is an evocative coal painting by Yulia Lihina, featured in our Exclusive Art Collections for Sale. It offers a striking portrait of Johnny Depp as "Cry-Baby" Wade Walker from the cult classic film "Cry-Baby." This piece is a significant part of our Collection of Contemporary Art and enhances our diverse Collection of Portraits & Genre. It stands out for those looking to Buy a Oil painting that captures the raw emotion and rebellious spirit of its subject. Featured among Other works by Yulia Lihina, this artwork is an excellent addition to any collection of expressive art.

Narrative and Style

The artwork captures Cry-Baby's iconic tear and his intense gaze, encapsulating the defiance and emotional depth of the character. Lihina uses coal to emphasize the grit and raw texture, reflecting the film’s aesthetic and the tumultuous era it depicts. The detailed rendering of Cry-Baby's features and his distinctive style, including the rockabilly hair and leather jacket, are portrayed with precision, inviting viewers into the world of 1950s rebellion.

Artistic Interpretation

Yulia Lihina's technique in using coal emphasizes the dramatic contrasts of light and shadow, enhancing the emotional intensity of the scene. The choice of medium adds a historical texture, aligning well with the film's period setting and its thematic focus on youthful defiance and deep emotions.

Artist’s Personal Connection

Lihina's personal narrative reveals a deep connection with the themes of the film—rebellion against societal norms and the poignant exploration of youth. Her artistic rendition goes beyond mere replication; it explores the layers of character complexity and the cultural impact of the film, resonating with viewers who appreciate cinema and art alike.

About This Painting

Artwork Details

• Title: "Crybaby" - Scene from the film: Cry-Baby
• Artist: Yulia Lihina
• Size: 30x39 cm/'11.81x15.35 inches'
• Medium: Coal on paper
• Hand Painted: Original artwork from our collection

Condition and Detailed Viewing

Presented in impeccable condition, oil painting invites viewers to explore its every detail through comprehensive imagery, capturing all angles and facets of this stunning piece.

About the Artist

Yulia Lihina, born on November 10, 1984 in Kharkov, Ukraine, was a very restless and stubborn child. At three years old, her mother showed her how to draw to calm her down. Julia attended art studio and art school from 1989 to 2002. This experience helped her understand how to live further, since she could not imagine her life without colors and art.

She graduated with honors from the Kharkov Art School (2002-2007), painting department, becoming an artist and teacher. During her studies, Julia painted many paintings to order, including stills from films, which was an interesting experience for her.

After graduating from school, she got married and soon became the mother of two children. After the divorce, she tried to return to painting, but her children did not allow her to do so. While working for a network company while on maternity leave, she saw how artists painted and sold their paintings, which inspired her to take up painting again. She quit her online business and started over with support from family and friends.

In 2019, Yulia began studying how artists work on the Internet. In 2020, she took a course on blogging and selling paintings abroad, starting to paint during the quarantine period. She considers the Internet the best direction for developing and promoting her creativity around the world.

On February 24, 2022, war began in her country. Initially, Yulia thought that everything would end quickly, but then she had to leave home, experiencing pain and depression. She quickly coped with it, started volunteering and received a grant to purchase art materials. This gave her the motivation to move forward and do something she had wanted to do since she was three years old.

Julia draws inspiration from films, loving the genres of biography, thriller, crime, detective, comedy, history, sports, drama and romance. She loves to convey the complex emotional states of actors on camera and finds cinema a special source of inspiration.

Her favorite artists are Levitan, Polenov, Serov, Repin and many others in this style. She specializes in drawing, painting and landscapes, working primarily in oil, charcoal and pastel. Julia primes the canvases herself, using the techniques of the old masters and imprimatura.

Invitation to Viewers

We invite you to explore "Crybaby," a painting that not only captures a famous cinematic moment but also serves as an artistic expression of iconic cultural symbols. This work is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts who cherish film history and the art of portrait painting.

Discover this and other masterpieces by Yulia Lihina, where each painting is a testament to storytelling through art, meticulously crafted to evoke strong emotional responses and provoke thought about the narrative and aesthetic values of cinema.