“In her latest series, “In Motion,” S. Manya Stoumen-Tolino explores the enduring theme of change through works conceived as “movement portraits.” Bodies within these works sway, contort and wrestle - sometimes gracefully yielding to the forces upon them, offering a vivid portrayal of the expansive spectrum of human experience and emotion. Executed with a painterly hand, these intricate and expressive mixed-media artworks serve as visual narratives of action, capturing both the internal and external landscapes inherent in the story of being alive. Motion and change serve as central themes and act as poignant metaphors for life’s ceaseless transformation and nature of renewal. Pushing the boundaries of the flesh and the forces they depict, “In Motion” invites viewers to contemplate eternal questions about existence.”