My Air

My Air 
Michelle Lopez 12.25 x 15.25 Watercolor, Framed 
All screen outputs vary, shot in natural gallery light. 
 
Float through the cosmos in “Our Air,” a mesmerizing mixed-media artwork by Michelle Lopez that blends dreamlike surrealism with environmental commentary. This vibrant piece features a whimsically abstract astronaut, draped in a fish-scale-like suit glowing with warm oranges, yellows, and purples. Against a deep-space backdrop of swirling blues and indigos, the figure appears at once lost and tranquil—symbolizing the delicate balance of life in isolation.
A glowing hose labeled “MY AIR” snakes from the suit to a device marked “AUTO,” prompting the viewer to consider questions of autonomy, survival, and shared responsibility in an increasingly disconnected world. Is this astronaut peacefully asleep—or running out of air? The ambiguity is part of the story.
Michelle Lopez’s signature style shines through in the texture-rich patterns, soft lighting, and expressive color palette. Every detail feels intentional, from the stylized “Z” of slumber in the top left to the ambiguous planetary surface peeking into view.