Honorable Mention
Royal Ego of a Narcissist
DESCRIPTION
The image features a torn Ace of Hearts card, symbolizing the shattered ego of a narcissist who fails to achieve what they desire. Despite believing they always have an ace up their sleeve and possess superiority, the card’s damage reflects their vulnerability and fragility. Strong contrasts in color and texture emphasize the emotional intensity of the scene, while the red heart serves as a powerful symbol of love, desire, and self-importance. This juxtaposition invites viewers to contemplate the underlying theme of narcissism—how an inflated self-image can lead to profound disappointment when reality doesn't align with one's grandiose expectations. AUTHOR
Born in 2005, Lilli Ingruber’s journey into the visual arts began early, when she enrolled in a specialized graphic design school at just 14. Now studying Graphic Design and Photography at the University of Arts Linz, Lilli has developed a distinct style defined by powerful contrasts and a dynamic tension between strict order and expressive chaos. Her work consistently explores this duality, creating visuals that either guide the viewer’s eye through meticulously structured compositions or capture raw, unrestrained energy.Lilli’s approach is bold and intentional, leveraging deep contrasts in color and form to craft visuals that are both intense and thought-provoking. Each piece embodies a balance—or deliberate imbalance—between control and spontaneity, inviting viewers to experience the nuances of structure and disorder.
