Mixed Media on canvas, stretched and ready to hang.

Signed on the front.

Mixed media combines multiple ideas and allows expression through complimentary approaches. Here I have elevated a traditional and simple charcoal sketch with the introduction of layered and textured acrylic paint. The loose sketch portrays a blissful and tender moment of a young woman in profile, while the textured colours of the background give a context to the scene.
The figure almost appears to being glowing in light, while the bronzed golden colours indicate warmth as if the figure is raising her face up to welcome the sun's embrace.
The textured and dramatic strokes of the background indicate a sense of activity and chaotic thought which brings a contrast to the peaceful and calm serenity captured in the face.
One of the most impactful factors to this piece is its scale. At 91x122cm the piece commands a room and draws an audience in to its gaze.