Based in London, Lena Applebaum is a British painter known for expressive portraits of children in outer space. Her recurring ‘Spacebaby’ figure, depicted as a small superhero, embodies adventure, youth, and mystery. Applebaum’s work explores the transition from childhood innocence to adult exploration, drawing on inspiration from utopian European cities, abandoned buildings, playgrounds, and mid-century vintage design and toys. Vivid colours, dynamic brushwork, and playfulness define her paintings, which engage with both the mystery of the cosmos and a sense of inner exploration. Applebaum’s work has been exhibited in public galleries and private collections across the UK, USA, France, Germany, Spain, Japan, China, and Switzerland.