Cunha utilizes a fusion of styles to ground this television icon in a space that feels both retro and surreal. The illustration employs earthy tone variations and a cartoonish drawing style that softens the character’s sharp edges, yet a subtle gothic art influence creeps in through the shadows. The composition relies on a vintage inspired design, making the portrait feel like a found artifact from a lost decade of television history.

The piece explores the dichotomous disorientation of a child thrust into a dreamlike fantasy that quickly turns into a nightmare. By focusing on the human anatomy structure of the face, Cunha highlights the physical toll of Eleven’s powers against an otherworldly atmosphere. It is a study of unconscious exploration, where the quiet stillness of the subject suggests a deep, internal battle against unseen forces.