Untitled

About this work

This painting shows a person’s back and side, arms stretched up and legs bent. The skin is painted in warm browns and pinks, with quick, uneven strokes. The figure’s head is dark, almost blue, and the background is just a plain, light color. The artist used watercolor and charcoal, letting the colors blend unevenly for a rough, sketchy look. It feels more like a quick study than a finished work. Next, check out how watercolor, glazing works to create soft, layered colors.