FAKEPEARL by PEPENARDO: often referred to as the other "Pepe Lisa". The artwork contains an air of mystery, from the model's enigmatic gaze to the unusual modern surroundings. The identity of the model in FAKEPEARL remains unknown. Some have suggested that it was once the artist's muse, however, there is no compelling evidence to confirm this assertion. The work captures a fleeting moment, the girl turning her head, her lips slightly parted while she looks towards the viewer. Layers of paint are used in a way that create the sensuality of the soft skin. Between her fingers she delicately holds an orange pill close to her mouth, as if to consume it. These elements effectively emphasis the ...