This Medusa mural is a perfect reflection of The Super Van's (Vanessa Teodoro) visual universe, as it concentrates all the elements of identity that have established her in the Portuguese urban art scene. Below, we detail how this work connects to her artistic style: 1. "Pop-Comic" Aesthetics and Pure Graphic Design The mural stands out for its use of extremely thick and clean black lines to define the figures. This technique stems directly from her background and influences in comics and the world of tattooing. Instead of seeking realism or volume through blurred shadows, the artist defines the structure of the face and the snakes through a flat and direct graphic contrast, very characteristic of Pop Art. 2. The Powerful and Irreverent Female Icon A constant in Vanessa Teodoro's work is the representation of strong and characterful female figures. Reinterpreting Medusa—a classical myth associated with the petrifying gaze—perfectly aligns with her interest in portraying empowered women with intense gazes (here accentuated by the pupil-less white eyes) and a defiant yet stylized attitude. 3. Fusion of Patterns and Geometry The artist's style is not limited to the central figure; it is characterized by "filling" the space with repetitive patterns. In this mural, we see it twice: In the background: A geometric pattern of zigzag lines in pink and blue tones that adds optical dynamism. On the figure: The scaly texture on Medusa's face, a meticulous pattern that breaks the flatness of the color and adds visual texture, a signature element in her illustrations. 4. Saturated and "Oceanic" Chromaticism Although the artist often works with strong contrasts (such as black and white combined with a single vibrant color), in her interventions on Rua das Murtas she opted for a cool, marine color palette based on turquoise, blue, and sky blue. This choice softens the inherent aggression of the snake myth, transforming it into a playful, fresh, and well-integrated urban piece.