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About the artwork

“Unconventional Hearts” is my heartfelt exploration of love that defies societal conventions. This painting emerged from a deep desire to celebrate authentic emotions that persist even when they do not fit within traditional norms. I deliberately juxtapose two figures from distinct worlds—a human and an imaginary creature with a horse head—to symbolize not only the divergence between species, but also the broader concept of “otherness” often marginalized or misunderstood by society.

The intense, magnetic connection between these figures is a testament to love’s power to transcend prejudice and challenge established expectations. Through vibrant colors and expressive brushstrokes, I aim to capture the emotional tension that arises from the struggle between the yearning for acceptance and the courage to embrace one’s truth.

“Unconventional Hearts” stands as both a defiant challenge to a society that often turns away from the nontraditional, and a sincere declaration that true love does not require external validation. My hope is that this work invites viewers to reconsider their notions of “normal” and to appreciate the beauty and strength found in relationships that dare to be different.

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Materials used:

Oil on Canvas

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#male nude #love #horse #gay #queer #identity #myth #pride #male body #male beauty #homoerotic #lgbtq+ 

Unconventional Hearts (2025) Oil painting
by Oleksandr Balbyshev

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FREE SHIPPING WORLDWIDE. Due to the war, russia started against my country, the international delivery can take about two to three weeks.

About the artwork

“Unconventional Hearts” is my heartfelt exploration of love that defies societal conventions. This painting emerged from a deep desire to celebrate authentic emotions that persist even when they do not fit within traditional norms. I deliberately juxtapose two figures from distinct worlds—a human and an imaginary creature with a horse head—to symbolize not only the divergence between species, but also the broader concept of “otherness” often marginalized or misunderstood by society.

The intense, magnetic connection between these figures is a testament to love’s power to transcend prejudice and challenge established expectations. Through vibrant colors and expressive brushstrokes, I aim to capture the emotional tension that arises from the struggle between the yearning for acceptance and the courage to embrace one’s truth.

“Unconventional Hearts” stands as both a defiant challenge to a society that often turns away from the nontraditional, and a sincere declaration that true love does not require external validation. My hope is that this work invites viewers to reconsider their notions of “normal” and to appreciate the beauty and strength found in relationships that dare to be different.

PLEASE NOTE: The buyer will be responsible for paying international customs fees, determined by the country the artwork is being shipped to. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to making a purchase.

Materials used:

Oil on Canvas

Tags:
#male nude #love #horse #gay #queer #identity #myth #pride #male body #male beauty #homoerotic #lgbtq+ 
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Oleksandr Balbyshev was born in 1985 in Ukraine, one of the biggest Soviet Republics. After graduating from The Prydniprovska State Academy of Civil Engineering and Architecture in 2012, he was... Read more

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