For years, I’d wanted a painted portrait of myself. I couldn’t tell you exactly why, but I always had that image in my mind. Then Miley brought it to life.
Miley Yousefi is an Iranian artist based in Stockholm. Her portraits and contemporary paintings bring together strength, delicacy, emotion and femininity. We met on Instagram, and working with her was a real pleasure.
Of course, working with me isn’t always easy! 😄 I’m very particular, I notice every little detail, and I usually have a long list of requests and revisions. We spent nearly two months working on this portrait, and today I’m finally unwrapping it. I’m so excited to see it in person and so proud to have it.
There’s something deeply moving about seeing myself through the eyes of an Iranian artist. This portrait is a wish I’ve had for years come true, and it’s the first piece in my collection of Miley’s work at home.
Dear Miley, thank you for your artistry, your patience, your attention to detail and the beautiful energy you brought to this project. I’m so happy you created this piece for me, and I’m proud to own it. ❤️