Omakuva

About this work

This is a close-up portrait of a man with short hair and a serious expression. He’s wearing a light-colored sweater and a dark tie, and his hands rest on his lap. The brushstrokes are thick and visible, with bright patches of color—yellows, greens, and blues—mixed in a loose, uneven way. The painting feels quick and raw, like it was done in one sitting. The colors pop against each other, and the face stands out sharply from the background. Next, check out impasto to see how artists use thick paint like this.