The Oracle: What is the art piece about?

Anastasia Ionkin: My art piece was inspired by a photo a friend took of me [while I was wearing a pink-haired wig]. I was pretending to be a Russian spy, looking out on the viewer.

TO: How long did it take to finish the art piece?

Ionkin: About nine hours.

TO: What is the medium?

Ionkin: A vectored photo, drawn in Photoshop 3.

TO: What is the significance of this art piece?

Ionkin: This piece was done to show a more humorous side to self portraits.

TO: How does the art piece reflect your style?

Ionkin: My love for colors and curves is very much present in the work, as well as the smooth feeling to the art.