Smile is a playful, offbeat piece by artist Angelique Benrahou, originally conceived as a Halloween sketch and inspired by a quirky Pixar short. With a nod to animated storytelling, the artwork features a whimsical stork perched on a telephone wire. The moment captures a blend of anticipation and absurdity, as the tension on the line hints at inevitable chaos the moment the stork takes flight.
About the Artist
Angelique "Angie" was a figurative painter whose work focused on portraiture and the emotional depth of the human experience. Influenced by artists including J.C. Leyendecker and Elly Smallwood, she believed portraiture was a way to capture the human soul rather than simply a person's likeness.
A graduate of Friends' Central School and Chestnut Hill College, Angelique worked as a freelance artist, creating expressive paintings that reflected her compassion, creativity, and remarkable sensitivity. She passed away in 2020 at just 28 years old, leaving behind a body of work that continues to connect with viewers through its honesty, warmth, and humanity.
About the Print
Printed on premium archival matte paper using museum-quality pigment inks for rich color, sharp detail, and long-lasting durability.
Smile is a playful, offbeat piece by artist Angelique Benrahou, originally conceived as a Halloween sketch and inspired by a quirky Pixar short. With a nod to animated storytelling, the artwork features a whimsical stork perched on a telephone wire. The moment captures a blend of anticipation and absurdity, as the tension on the line hints at inevitable chaos the moment the stork takes flight.
About the Artist
Angelique "Angie" was a figurative painter whose work focused on portraiture and the emotional depth of the human experience. Influenced by artists including J.C. Leyendecker and Elly Smallwood, she believed portraiture was a way to capture the human soul rather than simply a person's likeness.
A graduate of Friends' Central School and Chestnut Hill College, Angelique worked as a freelance artist, creating expressive paintings that reflected her compassion, creativity, and remarkable sensitivity. She passed away in 2020 at just 28 years old, leaving behind a body of work that continues to connect with viewers through its honesty, warmth, and humanity.
About the Print
Printed on premium archival matte paper using museum-quality pigment inks for rich color, sharp detail, and long-lasting durability.
