Artist SAIS returns with his signature monochrome palette, one that often evokes stillness and introspection but imbues it with a surprising lightness in Sweet Treats. In this exhibition, his familiar subjects, youthful boys painted in quiet grayscale, are now crowned with an unexpected flourish. Confections of all kinds delicately rest atop their heads like imagined halos, moist cakes, chewy cookies, and melting scoops of ice cream. These whimsical adornments allude to the ephemeral nature of joy, the warmth of small indulgences, and the beauty found in fleeting moments.

Beneath the gentle humor and visual charm lies a thoughtful reflection on innocence, delight, and the act of savoring. The stark contrast between the pensive expressions and the playfully rendered desserts creates a visual tension that beckons the viewer to linger. It suggests that even in a world shaded in gray, one can discover wonder, bite-sized reminders to live gently, fully, and sweetly.

What begins as a playful gesture unfolds into a meditation on presence, the quiet magic of a moment appreciated, a joy unburdened by consequence. SAIS invites the viewer into a space where levity and gravity meet, where the inward gaze of the artists' subjects is sweetened by symbols of celebration and comfort. In these portraits, sweetness is not only seen, it is felt. Life’s delights may be brief, but through art, these are lovingly preserved.


Write-up by Deseree Mapandi