As both a lifelong art enthusiast and someone with a deep appreciation for science, I was immediately captivated by Sepideh Foroutan’s “Oxytocin: the Love Hormone”. This stunning acrylic painting now hangs proudly in my home, and every time I walk past it, I’m reminded of the powerful beauty that lies at the intersection of biology and creativity.

Measuring 122cm x 41cm, the piece elegantly captures the crystalline structure of oxytocin—our so-called “love hormone”—with a vibrancy and energy that reflect both its scientific significance and emotional resonance. Sepideh’s use of colour and texture transforms what might be seen under a microscope into something deeply human and relatable. The painting pulses with life, almost as if the hormone itself is emanating from the canvas.

Oxytocin is more than just a chemical—it’s a powerful agent of connection. It helps usher new life into the world during childbirth, strengthens bonds during breastfeeding, and surges when we fall in love, listen to music, hug someone dear, or even just laugh with a friend. Knowing that this painting was inspired by an actual microscopic image from Alfred Pasieka, and yet reimagined through Sepideh’s artistic lens, adds another layer of awe to the piece.

Sepideh Foroutan has a rare gift: she brings scientific concepts to life with soul and sensitivity. Her work speaks not only to the mind but to the heart, and “Oxytocin” is a perfect example of that synthesis. It reminds me daily that science and emotion are not opposites—they are deeply entwined. I feel honoured to own this piece and to support an artist whose vision bridges the worlds of knowledge and feeling so beautifully.