Acrylic paintings created by Beijing-based artist Lesouls capture viewers’ attention—but it’s also appropriate to say that they “spark” their interest. Those who look up “Lesouls Art” on social media (he’s active on Instagram, TikTok, and other platforms) will find themselves looking at what appears to be well-composed and rather lovely paintings. Then, the artist’s hand enters the frame, gripping a match. Wait. Is he exposing his painting to flame? Yes! But don’t panic: he’s not lighting his work on fire to destroy it; he’s lighting it to bring it to life.