Avant-Garde Artisan Premium Framed Canvas

Museum-Quality Performance Art Photography for Discerning Collectors

Witness the bold fusion of makeup artistry and fine art in Avant-Garde—a limited edition framed canvas documenting an original live performance created during Maria Hughes' formative years at Paul Mitchell the School in San Antonio. This piece captures a singular moment when face became canvas, and beauty artistry transcended into contemporary art.

The Artistic Vision & Performance

This work documents a live makeup artistry performance where Maria painted and decorated a model's face in an avant-garde style, transforming the human form into a living sculpture. Inspired by the fearless experimentation of avant-garde movements—from Dadaism to performance art pioneers—this piece celebrates the courage to break boundaries and reimagine beauty as high art. The photograph preserves an ephemeral creative act, making the temporary permanent and the performance collectible.

What Makes This Piece Exceptional

• Limited Edition Release - Numbered and authenticated documentation of original performance art
• Multi-Disciplinary Artistry - Makeup artistry, performance art, and photography converge
• Museum-Quality Materials - Archival canvas and premium framing for lasting beauty
• Artist Origin Story - Created during formative training at Paul Mitchell the School, San Antonio
• Gallery-Worthy Presentation - Professional pine frame with floating effect, ready to display
• Investment-Grade Art - Collectible work documenting early career performance
• Certificate of Authenticity - Includes artist biography, performance details, and provenance

Perfect For

Art enthusiasts who appreciate performance art and ephemeral creative work, collectors interested in multi-disciplinary practice and beauty-as-art, interior designers seeking bold statement pieces for luxury residential or creative spaces, makeup artistry professionals and beauty industry collectors, and gift-givers looking for meaningful art that celebrates creative courage and artistic evolution.

Display & Care

This framed canvas arrives ready to hang and command attention in any sophisticated interior—from modern gallery walls to creative studio spaces. The premium 1.25″ pine frame with floating effect protects the artwork while enhancing its visual impact. Hanging hardware attached for hassle-free installation. Display away from direct sunlight to preserve color vibrancy for generations.

Product Specifications

• Premium pine frame with 1.25″ (3.18 cm) thickness
• Canvas fabric weight: 10.15 oz/yd² (344 g/m²)
• Open back design with floating effect
• Rubber pads on back corners for wall protection
• Hanging hardware included
• Sourced and crafted in the USA

Each purchase includes a certificate of authenticity with performance details and artist biography. Part of the Maria Hughes Limited Edition Art Prints & Framed Works collection.

Launch Offer: Enjoy 15% off all artwork for the next 48 hours only.