The painting Love In Vein is one in a series of illustrated portraiture (Head Games) that explores the tension and torment expressed through facial fragments and linear patterns.

The artwork features a tetradic color palette, incorporating two complementary color pairs, with purple as the dominant color in analogous variations. According to Jacob Olesen, "Purple inspires us to divulge our innermost thoughts, which enlightens us with wisdom of who we are and encourages spiritual growth"