Surprise captures a fleeting moment of reaction — the instant before composure returns. Nicole Marra renders the figure with her signature bold linework and expressive colour, giving the subject an animated, almost theatrical energy. The composition is tight and immediate, placing the viewer close to the emotional core of the scene. Marra's flat colour palette and confident outlines give the work a graphic punch that is softened just enough by the warmth of her chosen tones.

Produced as a canvas print in Kuriosis's Berlin studio, the texture of the woven surface adds a subtle depth to Marra's illustration, making the colours feel richer and the lines more dynamic. Gallery-depth framing ensures it sits beautifully on the wall, no additional framing needed.