Title of the Work of Art:

Head of Queen 1

Date of Creation:
2017-2023

Genre:
Portrait
Period-Movement:
Neo Cubism, Deconstructivism
Technique:
Painting
Materials:
Original digital artwork
Dimensions:
Not Stated


Artwork Description:
This digital painting, inspired by the artist’s own 3D sculpture, emerges from a process of relentless transformation, beginning with fashion magazine imagery and subjected to myriad deconstructivist interventions. The deliberate shift from 3D sculpture to digital painting was driven by a desire to explore the expressive possibilities of digital media. This decision encapsulates both the technical evolution and the emotional risk, as it pushed the artist to embrace new tools and methods, leaving behind familiar material practices. Positioned within the broader series of Chiao’s creations, this work directly reinforces the essay’s central exploration of multidimensional reality achieved through innovation and synthesis of perspectives. The resulting white queen echoes the protean experiments of Picasso, whose practice traversed the full spectrum of human physiognomy and style. This series not only articulates Chiao's evolving themes of identity, power, and the reimagined portrait but also underscores his sustained engagement with transformation, drawing an explicit link to the overarching thesis of continuous experimentation throughout the essay. Ultimately, the work stands as a testament to the endless possibilities of portraiture in the digital age.