ArtistMiriam Escofetwas granted the prestigious BP Portrait Award in 2018 for her painting titledAn Angel at My Table.
In it, she rendered a hyperrealistic representation of her mother sitting at a table of fine china.
Born in Barcelona, Escofet was raised by artist parents.
As a result, she was constantly inspired by the books and objects which decorated their creative household.
After moving to the UK, Escofet studied 3D design at university, specializing in ceramics.
It was only after her formal education that the artist delved into the art of painting.
Like her father, she is self-taught in the medium and spent ample time experimenting with technique and material.
At the same time, Escofet utilizes her 3D training to construct complex maquettes and props for her painting.
Since Escofet was inspired by so many memories of her mother, conveying a sense of eternity was key.
Escofet’s limited palette is also notable.
Her decision to apply a monochromatic color scheme unifies the composition.
The artist exhibits her masterful paintings in both London and the rest of Europe.
Artist Miriam Escofet has painted an award-winning portrait of her mother.
The painting, entitledAn Angel at My Table, won the BP Portrait Prize in 2018.
Escofet’s attention to hyperrealistic details and her meticulous technique make the subject shine.
