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My name is Lee Wilde, and I create contemporary figurative works and portraits that celebrate the beauty, strength, and grace of women in everyday life.

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Because... she's a work of art

Lover, sister, best friend? The woman in your life deserves to be celebrated.

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CURATOR'S INSIGHTS

Contemporary Figurative Portraits (2026)

Why focus on women in everyday life as subjects of figurative art?

Women carry the quiet truths of strength, grace, and authenticity. In the World Beauty Series, everyday gestures — a glance, a posture, a moment of stillness — are elevated into universal statements of dignity. This curatorial choice resists division and affirms shared humanity

How can contemporary figurative portraits enhance home décor?

Figurative art brings emotional depth into interiors. The Contemporary Figurative Portraits – World Beauty Series offers portraits of women from diverse cultures that add grace, resilience, and authenticity to living spaces. These works don’t just decorate walls — they create a sanctuary of beauty and meaning.

Why is emotional realism trending amongst Collectors and Interior Designers in 2026?

Collectors are seeking art that feels human and emotionally honest. In a digital age dominated by AI‑generated imagery, emotional realism offers authenticity and connection. Current trends highlight works that embrace imperfection, hand‑drawn gestures, and emotionally charged atmospheres, aligning with broader cultural desires for meaning and human touch.

Interior designers in 2026 are turning to figurative art to personalize spaces and add emotional resonance. Large‑scale portraits and gestural figurative works are being used as focal points in living rooms, offices, and galleries. Emotional realism in particular helps create interiors that feel lived‑in, authentic, and deeply connected to human experience.