Red Lipped Smokey captures a scene that feels mid-evening and fully in motion. A martini glass with olives, a lit cigarette resting in an ashtray, and an open pack sit across a cool blue surface, with a bold red lipstick standing upright nearby. The composition feels active rather than staged, like something just set down between moments.

Erika Lee Sears builds the image through contrast in both color and surface. Deep blues and black create a dark, grounded backdrop, while the glass catches sharp highlights and reflections. The lipstick introduces a dense, saturated red that cuts through the cooler tones, anchoring the composition.

Timeline

RELEASE OPENS

The purchase window for the release lasts 1 week from 12:00pm CST Thursday, April 23rd - 12:00pm CST Thursday, April 30th

PRODUCTION

After the purchase window has closed, we'll begin production of the print editions. Each work will be hand signed and numbered.

SHIPPING

The editions will be carefully packed and shipped to collectors on or before Friday May 29th, 2025.

Editions ship rolled in a tube