Transitioning to a monochromatic color palette instead of the usual multicolored approach. This piece is the first painting in Tré’s new direction: a striking monochromatic portrait of Marilyn Monroe rendered in nuanced shades of pink, magenta, and purple, where subtle tonal shifts create a rich visual harmony. Soft gradients and bold accents together define her features: luminous highlights on the forehead, cheekbones, and lips contrast with deeper magenta shadows that sculpt her jawline and the curl of her hair, giving the face a palpable, almost sculptural presence.

The eyes are rendered with quiet intensity, framed by delicate lashes and subtle shadowing that suggest depth and emotion without relying on heavy detail or overt dramatization. The composition carefully balances softness and graphic clarity—smooth washes of color lend a dreamlike, atmospheric quality while slightly sharper strokes around the mouth and eyes firmly anchor the likeness and draw focal interest.

Overall, the piece evokes timeless glamour and wistful nostalgia through a contemporary, chromatic lens, using a limited but potent palette to amplify feeling, form, and iconic allure.

16” x .75” x 20”

Acrylic on canvas

Completed in 2026